Research Coordinator, Ruminant Details | Phibro Animal Health

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition. We manufacture and market medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. Our goal is to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers, helping them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

Phibro is also a diversified company involved in ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. With revenues in excess of $1 billion and over 2,400 employees worldwide, we value a diverse workforce that fosters collaboration, creativity, and personal success.

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel you do not meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply—you may still be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

This position is an integral part of our Research and Development team based in Mendon, IL. The Research Coordinator will manage and oversee various aspects of ruminant research projects at the Phibro Innovation Center, coordinating the planning and execution of research protocols and collaborating with scientists, laboratory technicians, and animal technicians.

Compensation range: $60,000.00 – $

Research Trial Planning and Execution

• Coordinate all activities, including resources, facilities, timelines, and budgets, related to the preparation and execution of scientific protocols.

Data Collection and Management

• Maintain accurate records of all research activities, including protocols, regulatory documents, and research data.
• Oversee and design data collection tools, train personnel, and ensure data quality and integrity.

Animal Care and Husbandry

• Provide daily care and husbandry for laboratory animals, including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring animal health.
• Administer treatments as directed by research protocols or veterinarians.
• Monitor animals during experiments, record observations, and report any abnormalities.
• Follow GCP guidelines for all research studies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Accountable, attentive listening, collaborative communication, effective critical thinking, adaptable, committed, creative writing, high‑quality work delivery, initiative, detail orientation, planning development, technical expertise, project completion, policy adherence, time management, prioritization, problem solving, troubleshooting, computer and technology proficiency, mathematical ability, safe working practices, advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel), statistical analysis, research resourcefulness, integrity and confidentiality, teamwork, resourcefulness, and excellent written and verbal communication.

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Biology, Veterinary, or a related field.
• 3 years of experience in farm and animal health management, preferably in a research or commercial setting.
• Knowledge of animal husbandry, animal health, and implementation of good clinical practice.
• Proficiency in data collection and reporting using relevant software/tools.

Operations of laboratory equipment; good hand‑eye coordination; ability to bend, sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and use hands frequently; visual abilities for focus, close, distance, depth, and peripheral vision.

Phibro offers a competitive benefits package. For more information, please visit Phibro Benefits.

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition
Division: Animal Health & Nutrition
Department: Research and Development
Location: US – Mendon, IL
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday (Standard Work hours)