Quality Control Technician - Clinical Animal Testing (R&D)
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: Quality Control Technician - Clinical Animal Testing
As a Quality Control Technician within our Clinical team, you will perform bio-analytical methods (immunological, in vivo, microbiological) for various Bio QC tests on raw materials, in-process, release, or stability samples in compliance with 9CFR, EU and VICH regulatory guidelines, Outlines of Production and Special Outlines. You will initiate, execute and complete assays as per approved procedures and within Quality and Compliance guidelines and communicates testing, compliance and/or scheduling issues to supervisors.
Your Responsibilities:
Conduct animal potency and safety tests on large, small and laboratory animals such as: mice, hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, cats, dogs, cattle, and swine. Testing includes animal handling, observation, vaccination, challenges, and blood collection.
Perform potency assays with live bacterial and viral challenges such as Leptospira and Rabies.
Maintain and prepare laboratory reagents, supplies and calibrated equipment
Calculate results and communicate schedule, tests status and concerns.
Revise and Standard Methods and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and ensure they are up to date with current processes, as well as follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) documentation.
What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
High School degree and 2-3 years relevant experience preferred.
Knowledge of basic scientific principles and techniques.
Ability to perform work following applicable methods and procedures with moderate supervision.
What Will Give You the Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
Associate degree preferred with two years' experience may be substituted.
Work experience in USDA or regulated animal industry is beneficial.
Understanding of small and large animal husbandry and handling, animal vaccination and bleeding, bacterial culture maintenance, serological assays, IACUC ACUP submissions and AALAS certification.
Additional Information:
Location: Fort Dodge, Iowa
Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm
Minimum weekend and holiday work may be required on a rotational basis
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:
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
Flexible work arrangements
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
