Research Scientist - Clinical Development

Role Overview

As a Clinical Laboratory Research Scientist, you will be a key contributor to Elanco’s Global Research & Development team, directly supporting the advancement of clinical studies. Your work will plan, organize, and conduct vital laboratory experiments, ensuring high-quality data for statistical review in support of clinical trials. You will identify and apply new technologies, continuously update the laboratory’s capabilities, and drive innovation.

• Plan, conduct, and document laboratory experiments to support clinical trial objectives.
• Develop and validate new viral/bacterial culture methodologies and systematic methods to enhance laboratory capabilities.
• Ensure scientific accuracy and integrity of clinical study data by reviewing protocols, sample examination plans, and raw data.
• Maintain laboratory infrastructure, equipment, and safety standards in compliance with GxP, HSE, and other internal/external guidelines.
• Author and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), working procedures, and data packages.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Microbiology, Virology, Cell Biology) or a High School Diploma/GED with equivalent experience.

Experience: 0–2 years in a clinical or research laboratory setting.

• Hands‑on experience with assay design, cell culture (primary and continuous cell lines), and viral/bacterial titrations.
• Knowledge of GxP guidelines and a commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant lab environment.

• Experience developing or validating new systematic methods.
• Demonstrated ability to autonomously troubleshoot and solve complex technical issues.
• Familiarity with preparing laboratory data packages for statistical review.
• Experience authoring or revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize tasks for multiple projects simultaneously.

• Travel: less than 10%
• Location:
  
  Fort Dodge, IA – On‑Site
• Relocation packages available

• Comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well‑being.
• Multiple relocation packages.
• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid‑summer and year‑end) in the US (in addition to PTO).
• 8‑week parental leave.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Annual bonus offering.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Up to 6% 401(k) 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.