Advisor – Feed Additive Assay & Generic Defense

Elanco; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Shutdown periods

Parental leave

Employee resource groups

Annual bonus

Flexible work arrangements

401K matching

Job summary

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG is seeking an Advisor – Feed Additive Assay & Generic Defense to lead the testing strategy for feed additive products across sites, develop and validate methods, and standardize HPLC/LC-MS workflows. The role requires coordinating with Regulatory, Legal/IP, and Quality teams and traveling as needed.

The position calls for 8+ years in analytical testing or quality within animal health or pharmaceutical industries, with a science degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science field (e.g., chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, animal science).
• 8+ years in analytical testing or quality in animal health or pharma.
• Hands-on lab methods for complex samples (feeds); experience with HPLC/UPLC and LC-MS.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and simplify technical topics.

Responsibilities

• Own the testing strategy for feed additive products across sites.
• Build and maintain laboratory methods; validate and update.
• Standardize tools and methods (e.g., HPLC/LC-MS) across labs and partners.
• Lead method transfers and proficiency testing between Elanco labs and contract labs.
• Coordinate regulatory and cross-functional plans to defend products against generic competition.

Skills

HPLC/UPLC

LC-MS

Analytical testing

Quality control

Method transfer

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory liaison

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Your Role:

Advisor – Feed Additive Assay & Generic Defense

Your Responsibilities:

• Assay Leadership (How We Test Our Feeds): Own the testing strategy for all feed additive products across Elanco sites and partners. Build and maintain robust laboratory methods (develop, validate, document, and update). Set clear testing limits and pass/fail criteria, ensuring adherence by all labs. Standardize tools and methods (e.g., HPLC/LC-MS) for consistent results across laboratories. Lead method transfer and proficiency testing between Elanco labs and contract labs. Ensure methods are "inspection-ready" and easily updated for continuous improvement.
• Generic Defense (Protecting Our Products): Lead cross-functional plans to defend key products when generic competition is anticipated. Collaborate with Regulatory, Legal/IP, Quality, and Marketing to plan studies and strategies that protect market position. Monitor the competitive landscape to predict potential generic entry. Coordinate global plans to ensure timely and synchronized US and EU submissions and renewals.
• Regulatory and Cross-Functional Teamwork: Partner closely with Regulatory teams on study protocols and submissions. Align with Legal/IP on competitive intelligence and defense tactics. Work with Manufacturing and Quality to maintain strong testing practices across all sites. Represent Elanco with external laboratories and industry groups as needed.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a science field (e.g., chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, animal science).

Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in analytical testing or quality within animal health or pharmaceutical industries. Top laboratory skills include hands‑on experience with laboratory methods for complex samples (feeds), including HPLC/UPLC and LC–MS, proven experience in building and transferring methods across multiple laboratories and partners. Leadership skills include solid project management and the ability to drive cross‑functional initiatives with clear communication skills, capable of simplifying technical topics for non-technical teams.

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

Master’s degree in a science field (e.g., chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, animal science) and/or >10 years of experience

Additional Information:

Travel: approximately 20%

Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Indianapolis, IN

Hybrid Work Environment A minimum of 30 days/quarter required in the home office

Elanco Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:

• Multiple relocation packages
• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Annual bonus offering
• Flexible work arrangements
• Up to 6% 401K 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

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose™ CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet.

Learn more at www.elanco.com.