What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate - Clinical Development Sciences position at Elanco?
At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!
Your Role: Associate - Clinical Development Sciences
Associate Clinical Development Sciences position providing laboratory support for clinical studies. Plan, organize and independently conduct complex experiments. Execute analytical methods for clinical samples. Assist in the interpretation and recommend changes to scientific protocols and procedures
Your Responsibilities:
Laboratory Analysis: Performs analytical methods on clinical samples, including traditional culturing techniques for bacterial and viral targets.
Laboratory Maintenance: Maintains a clean, organized, and safe lab environment, including scheduling and performing instrument/equipment maintenance and evaluating new equipment.
Study Support: Coordinates with the study execution team to process clinical samples and complete analyses within study timelines.
Documentation and Data Analysis: Prepares SOPs/working procedures, performs data analysis, and organizes data for reports.
Collaboration and Training: Contributes to troubleshooting, collaborates with colleagues, and trains/coaches peers. Follows all relevant internal and external guidelines (SOPs, GxP, HSE, AW) and maintains compliance with quality systems.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
Bachelor’s in biology, microbiology, immunology, animal science or related scientific discipline
What Will Give You the Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
Thorough understanding of clinical laboratory study design, execution and operations
Proven interpersonal skills with demonstrated expertise while working in teams
Good presentation skills and scientific/technical writing skills
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
Multiple relocation packages for eligible roles
Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
8-week parental leave
9 Employee Resource Groups
Annual bonus offering
Up to 6% 401K matching
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
