Poultry Technical Services Associate

Elanco; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco in the UK is seeking a Poultry Technical Services Associate to join the Poultry team and deliver on-farm technical support and vaccine administration expertise to our Layer customers.

You will provide on-farm training, collaborate with Sales and Marketing to tailor technical messaging, conduct necropsies and health data analysis to support disease prevention, and build long-term relationships with customers and KOLs, with field travel across the UK.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Animal Science or equivalent experience.
• Practical knowledge of agricultural systems and animal husbandry.
• Valid Full UK driving license and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-farm technical support and training on vaccine administration and Elanco’s Food Safety Programme.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to tailor technical messaging for both large B2B customers and smaller integrators.
• Conduct necropsies and analyze poultry health data to support disease prevention and treatment strategies.
• Translate complex technical information into digestible formats for diverse audiences, from farm staff to veterinarians.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key customers and KOLs to drive mutual success.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Valid UK driving license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or Animal Science

Job description

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. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. 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:

Poultry Technical Services Associate As a Poultry Technical Services Associate, you will partner with the Poultry team to deliver technical support and vaccine administration expertise to our customers, specifically in the Layer business.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide on-farm technical support and training on vaccine administration and Elanco’s Food Safety Programe to ensure correct usage and compliance.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to align technical messaging and tailor support for both large B2B customers and smaller integrators.
• Conduct necropsies and analyze poultry health data to support disease prevention and treatment strategies.
• Translate complex technical information into digestible formats for diverse audiences, ranging from farm staff to veterinarians.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key customers and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to drive mutual success.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree, in Agriculture or Animal Science, or equivalent experience.
• Practical knowledge and understanding of agricultural systems and animal husbandry.
• Valid Full UK driving license and strong communication skills.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Practical experience with poultry housing, husbandry, and production systems.
• Knowledge of or interest in parasitology, immunology, and intestinal health.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and data analytics.
• Proven ability to manage a complex schedule and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to deliver customer value.

Additional Information:

Travel: Approximately 60-80% field-based travel, with frequent overnight stays (minimum of 1-2 nights per week). Location: Field-based (Anywhere in UK). Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized 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.

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