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: Analytical Chemist – Biopharma Technical Development

As an Analytical Chemist in Biopharma Technical Development, you will play a key role in supporting Elanco’s product development efforts. This laboratory-based role will involve designing, developing, and validating assays, interpreting complex data, and contributing to product and process optimization. You will interact with multiple discovery and research laboratories while managing multiple projects.

Your Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, qualify, and validate analytical assays, including cell-based bioassays and ELISAs, for product characterization, release, and stability testing.




• Support upstream/downstream bioprocesses and formulation development through rapid and timely analytical testing.




• Contribute to the development of analytical control strategies and setting specifications in compliance with regulatory guidelines.




• Author and review technical documents such as SOPs, protocols, and reports, while maintaining instrumentation systems and laboratory safety standards.




• Train and mentor associates globally, facilitating consistent practices across sites, and coordinate method transfers and validations with internal teams and CROs.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Microbiology, Analytical Chemistry, Cellular Biology).




• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience in the Biotech/Biopharmaceutical industry, with expertise in large molecule analytical characterization (e.g., recombinant proteins, monoclonal antibodies, peptides).




• Top Skills: Expertise in assay development, validation, and optimization, combined with strong oral and written communication, statistical analysis, and organizational skills.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications):

• Hands-on experience with immunoassay development, including ELISAs and bioassays, along with proficiency in electronic laboratory notebooks.




• Ability to troubleshoot complex problems, demonstrate creativity, and take initiative in analytical method development.




• Knowledge of orthogonal characterization techniques for standards and reagents.




• Experience with regulatory compliance and setting specifications for clinical trial materials.




• Capability to work productively in an interdisciplinary, matrixed team environment.

Additional Information:

Travel: Minimal travel required (<10%).

Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Greenfield, IN - Hybrid Work Environment.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized 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 




• 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