Elanco
Quality Control Associate (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 Associate
The Bio Quality Control group is tasked with executing bio-analytical methods (immunological, in vivo, microbiological, molecular biological, or virological) for various QC tests on raw materials, in-process, release, or stability samples in compliance with regulatory guidelines and company procedures. The role involves initiating and completing assays within Quality and Compliance parameters and communicating timely updates on testing, compliance, or scheduling issues to the Manager. As a QC Associate, you will adhere to company policies, maintain a safe work environment, follow appropriate GMP documentation, and perform additional duties based on their level.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsible for maintaining inventories of reagents and supplies, operating standard equipment, and maintaining a clean lab, as well as conduct virology potency, in-process, identification, inactivation, and extraneous agent testing within established timelines.
Perform potency/identification assays with live virus following all safety procedures and execute a significant portion of the existing laboratory assays correctly and within established timelines.
Prepare reagents and materials accurately, perform accurate calculations, communicate testing status timely and accurately, handle laboratory investigations, deviations, and change controls as needed.
Review and approve results and test sheets for compliance to regulations, accurately use SAP system, and revise or create Standard Methods and SOPs in a timely manner.
Train others on methods and procedures, validate new equipment, systems, and processes, and coordinate projects within and across departments with little supervision using strategic planning.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
Bachelor's degree in related field OR associate's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma with 8+ years of relevant experience.
Through understanding of scientific concepts and principles and complex lab techniques
Ability to document and review lab results/data as required by applicable SOP's and methods, organize data generated for inclusion in reports, and write and revise SOP's, methods, and protocols.
What Will Give You the Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
Thorough understanding of mammalian cell culture maintenance, aseptic technique, and good laboratory practices.
Good understanding of applicable regulations and impact to project and/or business.
Able to effectively communicate procedures, thoughts, and ideas in a clear concise and appropriate manner within and outside of the Quality Control department
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 28 days of 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