Senior Vaccine Process Development Scientist

Elanco; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and

8-week parental leave

9 Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus offering

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 6% 401K matching

Job summary

Elanco in Fort Dodge, IA, is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist in Vaccine Process Development to help bring new vaccines to market for pets and livestock. This hands‑on, process‑focused role involves designing and executing studies in bacterial fermentation, viral propagation, and downstream processing.

You will collaborate with analytical teams to ensure robust development, validation, and transfer of manufacturing processes that protect animals and enrich lives globally.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Chemical Engineering, Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Bioprocessing).
• Required Experience: A minimum of 3 years of relevant laboratory experience (or a Master of Science degree in a relevant field).
• Top Skills: Strong verbal/written communication and experience with the operation and maintenance of basic laboratory instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Drive timely progress of Technical Development projects.
• Independently execute experimental methods involving bacterial fermentation, viral propagation, mammalian cell culture, formulation, and downstream processing.
• Contribute to a safe, compliant, and productive lab environment.

Skills

Communication

Laboratory skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field

Job description

Elanco in Fort Dodge, IA, is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist in Vaccine Process Development to help bring new vaccines to market for pets and livestock. This hands‑on, process‑focused role involves designing and executing studies in bacterial fermentation, viral propagation, and downstream processing.

You will collaborate with analytical teams to ensure robust development, validation, and transfer of manufacturing processes that protect animals and enrich lives globally.