Vice President, In-House Diagnostics

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; Loveland (CO); Hybrid; USD 242,000 - 303,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Care Discounts

Job summary

Antech is seeking a Vice President of In House Diagnostics (IHD) Systems to oversee the innovation and development of the IHD product family. This strategic role will manage product life cycles while fostering collaboration across Medical, Commercial/Sales, Operations, and IT teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree, 20+ years of relevant experience in product development, and a background in healthcare or veterinary diagnostics.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in product development leadership roles.
• Expertise in innovation technique and cross-functional product development.
• Proven record of managing R&D budgets and delivering innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the innovation and support of IHD product family and services.
• Develop and implement the strategic roadmap for the IHD division.
• Oversee cross-functional team processes and technical partnerships.

Skills

Innovation Leadership

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Strategic Planning

Team Leadership

Healthcare Experience

Technical Partnerships

Financial Acumen

Regulated Environment Experience

Education

Master's degree in Life Sciences or Engineering

PhD or advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care. Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs. The Target Pay Range for this position is $242,000 - $303,000 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

Job Purpose/Overview

The Vice President of In House Diagnostics (IHD) Systems will lead the innovation, development and support of our IHD product family and services. This strategic leadership role is responsible for overseeing the innovation process and team from conceptual ideas to commercialization handoff for the entire IHD portfolio, including presiding over technical strategic partnerships, supplier technical performance, and internal development initiatives. Furthermore, this role will preside over product life cycle sustaining of all IHD on-market product through life cycle management; even to the technical support of product sunsetting. This role requires close collaboration with Medical, Commercial/Sales, Operations, and IT teams to develop and implement innovative solutions that support the commercialization and sustained growth of IHD offerings globally. Develop and execute comprehensive global diagnostics portfolio strategies aligned with SDx value creation ambition. Lead the IHD scientific research, innovation and development efforts, supplier partnership and cross functional phased development efforts to ensure product and service excellence. Drive innovation and continuous improvement, to ensure a competitively differentiated portfolio and enable SDx to gain global market share in veterinary diagnostics.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic IHD Portfolio Vision & Leadership Develop and implement the strategic roadmap for the in-house diagnostics division, aligning with organizational goals and market opportunities to drive growth and innovation in veterinary diagnostics. Manage and optimize technical partnerships with suppliers and external collaborators. Oversee cross functional technical team processes, to co-develop innovation with OEM suppliers – ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. Develop long-term technical partnership relationships that foster collaboration and mutually beneficial IHD innovation. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Operations, Medical, IT, and demand / commercial organizations to develop and implement innovations that support product commercialization that meets the market need. Facilitate communication and alignment across teams to ensure seamless execution of portfolio innovation. Champion a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer-centricity. Team Leadership & Development Lead a multidisciplinary team of hardware engineers, software engineers, and scientists, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. Build and mentor high-performing teams by providing clear direction, professional development opportunities, and resources for success. Manage and mentor a team of professionals in strategic planning, supplier management / partnerships, and innovation process excellence. Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on innovation, customer-centricity, and results. Provide guidance and support to the team in executing initiatives and achieving key innovation and business goals.

Education & Experience

Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field. PhD. advanced degree preferred (engineering, sciences, chemistry). Proven experience (20+ years) in product development leadership roles, including experience in healthcare (human or veterinary), with a track record of delivering quality innovation and managing cross-functional teams. Expertise in innovation technique, process, and execution driving cross functional product development, and market launch preferably from healthcare / life sciences – either in human or pet; understanding the context and industry is important. 20+ years in large innovation leadership roles. Proven delivery of complex systems innovation, background in external co-development through supplier partnerships, and strategic planning, preferably in a regulated environment, within the diagnostics, healthcare, or life sciences sectors. Experience in hardware (mechanical, electrical, materials,) embedded software, chemistry, optical design, and understanding of bioengineering. Focused on value creation for the long-term; balancing trade- offs to deliver short-term product support. Preside over future innovation and sustaining on-market product and managing priority shifts for delivering a customer centric product experience. Established financial acumen: Proven record of managing an R&D budget to deliver innovation on time at quality. Has cost and operational discipline. Experience transforming business processes, to best-in-class standards in order to meet current and future growth requirements. International perspective: Has experienced multiple market and cultural dynamics; has successfully led culturally diverse teams. People Leadership: track record of outstanding people leadership; assembling, inspiring and developing diverse and effective teams to meet the future needs of the business

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

Benefits

Benefits eligiblity is based on employment status.

• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life
• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Life Assistance Program
• Pet Care Discounts

Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.

For over 30 years, Antech Diagnostics has been the hallmark of the veterinary industry providing the highest level of service, accurate results, and state-of-the-art technology. At the heart of Antech is our love for pets. Join our team of experts committed to providing the very best in diagnostic services.