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.
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The Target Pay Range for this position is $26.00- $33.00 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget
Antech believes in advancing diagnostic testing through innovative technologies that deliver fast, accurate, and reliable results. As a leader in veterinary diagnostics, Antech develops and manufactures cutting-edge diagnostic solutions that improve animal health and support veterinary professionals worldwide. Through a culture of innovation, scientific excellence, and collaboration, we are committed to transforming diagnostics and delivering exceptional value to our customers.
Essential Job Functions
The Formulator is responsible for performing formulation activities, including the preparation of production materials for microarray printing, cartridge processing, and related manufacturing activities. This position supports the development and production of diagnostic products utilizing Antech's proprietary diagnostic platform.
Responsibilities include:
Work closely with manufacturing staff during production activities to ensure efficient operations and successful transfer of manufacturing processes.
Assist in developing new formulation processes and improving existing processes related to the preparation and handling of biological reagents used in diagnostic products.
Participate in scaling biological formulations for manufacturing, developing procedural documentation, and designing quality control methods for both raw materials and finished products.
Accurately document laboratory activities, process results, and experimental outcomes in accordance with quality system requirements.
Communicate findings, recommendations, and technical observations to senior scientists, engineering teams, and management.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and process robustness.
Maintain compliance with applicable quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline from an accredited university.
Two (2) to four (4) years of experience producing biological formulations or reagents in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Working knowledge of wet-laboratory techniques including precision measurements, spectroscopy, immunoassays, and biological reagent preparation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to accurately document work and follow standard operating procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while maintaining high attention to detail.
Experience with antibody purification, chromatography, bioconjugation chemistries, or diagnostic instrumentation involving microarrays, fluid handling systems, and fluorescence microscopy is strongly preferred.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in both office and laboratory environments.
Office responsibilities require sitting, standing, computer use, telephone communication, and occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds.
Laboratory work includes handling biological materials, reagents, chemicals, and production equipment. Personnel may work with biohazardous or potentially infectious materials in Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) laboratory environments and are required to follow all laboratory safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. Laboratory duties include visual inspection of manufacturing processes and occasional lifting or carrying of materials up to 25 pounds.
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
Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.
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 (http://careers.antechdiagnostics.com/us/en/affirmative-action) .
Note to Search Firms/Agencies
Antech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.
