Associate R&D - Analytical

Analytical Chemist

As an Analytical Chemist, you will be part of the Biopharmaceutical Technical Development (BTD) Team, delivering innovative solutions for biopharmaceuticals and vaccines.

• Conduct and document laboratory experiments on biopharmaceuticals and vaccines in strict compliance with regulatory guidelines and GMP procedures.
• Develop and perform analytical methods, including HPLC, UPLC, and CE to characterize product quality and quantity in support of process development.
• Analyze sample data, recognize abnormal results, and proactively troubleshoot technical issues by modifying methods or procedures.
• Qualify and maintain analytical instrumentation while ensuring a clean, safe, and organized laboratory work environment.
• Author technical protocols, reports, and method procedures while performing peer reviews to ensure high‑quality data integrity.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field.
• 0–2 years of experience in an analytical laboratory or pharmaceutical research environment.
• Proficiency in HPLC/UPLC instrumentation and experience following GMP laboratory documentation requirements.

• Experience with Karl Fisher titration and protein sample preparation.
• Familiarity with assay validation and technology transfer to third‑party partners.
• Strong collaborative skills with experience interacting across multi‑disciplinary project teams.
• Ability to quickly learn and implement new analytical techniques or methods.

Travel: less than 5%.

Location:

Indianapolis, IN – Laboratory based / Flexible environment.

The base salary for this position could range from XXX to XXX, depending on qualifications, including education and experience. Full‑time employees will also be eligible for a company bonus based on performance.

• Multiple relocation packages.
• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid‑summer and year‑end) in the US (in addition to PTO).
• Eight‑week parental leave.
• Nine Employee Resource Groups.
• Annual bonus offering.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Up to 6% 401(k) matching.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible benefits such as dependent day‑care and health‑spending accounts.
• Life insurance and death benefits.
• Well‑being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs.

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.