Quality Control Associate, Immunochemistry

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, Immunochemistry

The Quality Assistant performs bio-analytical testing (primarily ELISA) on various sample types (raw materials, in-process, release, stability) following regulatory guidelines (9CFR, EU, VICH) and company SOPs.

This role involves initiating, executing, and completing assays while ensuring timely communication with supervisors regarding testing progress, compliance, or scheduling challenges.

Additionally, the Quality Assistant maintains a safe work environment and adheres to GMP documentation practices, with further duties assigned based on experience level.

Your Responsibilities:


* Performs ELISA and PCR testing on in-process, release, and stability samples.


* Prepares reagents and maintains calibrated equipment essential for testing.


* Analyzes test results and reports data using designated software systems.


* Manages inventory, orders necessary kits/supplies, and monitors critical reagent consumption.


* Reviews, updates standard methods, and collaborates with relevant personnel (QC Media Kitchen, Senior Scientists, Supervisors, Managers, Directors) for support and problem-solving.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):


* Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, etc.) (preferred), Associate degree with laboratory experience, or equivalent laboratory experience in lieu of degree


* Strong understanding of scientific principles, basic lab techniques and immunochemistry processes.


* Ability to performs and document work following established methods, SOP's, GLP/GCP and/or cGMP.

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


* Problem solving within the scope of responsibilities with some guidance from Supervisor.


* Strong ability to document lab results / data in a lab notebook following applicable regulations.

Additional Information:


* Laboratory work: 80% Lab work, Documentation 20%


* Location: Fort Dodge, Iowa

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