Clinical Lab Scientist – Research & Innovation

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

8-week parental leave

401K matching

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Research Scientist to advance our Clinical Development Sciences efforts in Fort Dodge, IA. You will design, execute, and document pivotal laboratory experiments supporting clinical studies and contribute to statistical analysis of trial data.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in a life science and 5–8 years of hands-on lab work, with strong cell culture, assay design, and molecular biology skills, plus familiarity with GxP and SOPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, immunology, animal science, or related field with relevant experience.
• 5–8 years hands-on laboratory experience.
• Strong background in lab techniques and experimental design.

Responsibilities

• Define project requirements with Sponsors/Study Managers and develop protocols and analysis plans.
• Identify and implement new culture methods and analytical techniques to improve capabilities.
• Review and prepare raw data and data packages for statistical analysis with data integrity.
• Lead troubleshooting and ensure timely completion of studies.
• Maintain lab infrastructure and update SOPs and procedures.

Skills

Lab techniques

Experimental design

Data analysis

GxP compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology

Tools

Cell culture

Job description

Elanco is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Research Scientist to advance our Clinical Development Sciences efforts in Fort Dodge, IA. You will design, execute, and document pivotal laboratory experiments supporting clinical studies and contribute to statistical analysis of trial data.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in a life science and 5–8 years of hands-on lab work, with strong cell culture, assay design, and molecular biology skills, plus familiarity with GxP and SOPs.