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This role serves as a subject matter expert for microbiological testing methods and ensures the successful execution, validation, and continuous improvement of QC processes. The Quality Control (QC) Microbiology Specialist is responsible for supporting and leading daily operations within the Quality Control microbiology laboratory at the Elwood, Kansas site.

<p><b>At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!</b></p><p><b>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. </b><b>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.</b></p><p><b>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.</b></p><p><b>Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!</b></p><p><b>Quality Control (QC) Microbiology Specialist</b></p><p>The <b>Quality Control (QC) Microbiology Specialist</b> is responsible for supporting and leading daily operations within the Quality Control microbiology laboratory at the Elwood, Kansas site. This role serves as a subject matter expert for microbiological testing methods and ensures the successful execution, validation, and continuous improvement of QC processes.</p><p>The Specialist provides leadership and guidance to QC Technicians and peers, oversees lab scheduling and workload delegation, and ensures compliance with quality standards and procedures. This position plays a key role in investigations, audits, method validation, and cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Validation, and Engineering teams.</p><p/><h2><b>Your Responsibilities:</b></h2><ul><li><p>Review, approve, and report microbiological test data to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p></li><li><p>Lead and support QC activities including deviations, investigations, and change controls.</p></li><li><p>Author and review technical documentation such as SOPs, validation protocols/reports, specifications, study reports, and logs.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate daily lab operations, including scheduling and task delegation across the microbiology team.</p></li><li><p>Serve as a subject matter expert for microbiological methods, equipment, and QC processes.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Validation, and Engineering teams to support site activities.</p></li><li><p>Perform routine release testing as well as method validation, transfer, and development work.</p></li><li><p>Train, mentor, and provide guidance to QC Technicians and other team members.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with QC policies and identify opportunities to improve or modernize processes.</p></li><li><p>Maintain oversight of lab materials, reagents, and equipment qualification and inventory.</p></li><li><p>Support audit readiness and participate in internal and external audit activities.</p></li><li><p>Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the QC laboratory.</p></li><li><p>Provide updates in site and departmental meetings as needed.</p></li><li><p>Support manufacturing timelines, including occasional off-hours work when required.</p></li></ul><p/><h2><b>What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):</b></h2><p><b>Education:</b> Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or a closely related field (or equivalent experience).</p><p><b>Experience:</b> Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 10 years of relevant laboratory experience</p><p><b>Top Skills:</b>  Strong understanding of microbiological testing and laboratory operations, with excellent attention to detail and a strong quality mindset. Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a regulated environment, while maintaining a commitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards. Proficient in standard computer applications and systems.</p><p/><h2><b>What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications):</b></h2><ul><li><p>Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in a related scientific field</p></li><li><p>Experience in analytical or microbiology laboratories within regulated industries</p></li><li><p>Prior leadership, training, or mentoring experience</p></li><li><p>Experience with method validation, transfer, and investigation processes</p></li></ul><p/><h2><b>Additional Information:</b></h2><ul><li><p><b>Location:</b> Elwood, Kansas</p></li><li><p>Position type: Full-time (FTE)</p></li><li><p>May involve working with hazardous chemicals</p></li><li><p>Occasional lifting of small loads required</p></li><li><p>Work may include time in refrigerated environments</p></li><li><p>Occasional off-shift or extended hours may be required to support manufacturing</p></li></ul><p><b>Don’t meet every single requirement?</b><br/>Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply unless they meet every qualification. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage you to apply if you believe you could be a strong fit.</p><p/><h2><b>Elanco Benefits and Perks:</b></h2><p>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:</p><ul><li><p>Multiple relocation packages</p></li><li><p>8-week parental leave</p></li><li><p>9 Employee Resource Groups</p></li><li><p>Annual bonus offering</p></li><li><p>Flexible work arrangements</p></li><li><p>Up to 6% 401K matching</p></li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"/><p style="text-align:left">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</p><p>Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our <a href="https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com/4b590e03-b18a-00d2-ed1a-0ad79db125c5/96361b9e-3b96-484f-adce-f598d5be5024/Elanco%20Workforce%20Privacy%20Notice.pdf" rel="nofollow">Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.</a></p><img alt=" " height="1" src="https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=0d6f833c64c69420839fddc746929d44&view" width="1"/>

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Collaborate with Manufacturing, Development, and Quality teams in the execution of technical / development studies, investigations, validation activities, and technical transfer programs, and collaborate with team members to identify potential risks, sources of variability, improvement, and value engineering opportunities to maximize project return and likelihood of technical success. The Technical Services & Manufacturing Science (TSMS) Scientist is responsible for providing operational and technical support for commercial and pilot laboratory operations at the Elwood, Kansas, monoclonal antibody (mAb) manufacturing facility.

<p><b>At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!</b></p><p><b>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. </b><b>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.</b></p><p><b>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.</b></p><p><b>Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!</b></p><p/><div><div><p><b>Your Role:</b>Technical Services & Manufacturing Science (TSMS) Scientist</p></div><div><p> </p></div><div><p>The <b>Technical Services & Manufacturing Science (TSMS) Scientist</b> is responsible for providing operational and technical support for commercial and pilot laboratory operations at the Elwood, Kansas, monoclonal antibody (mAb) manufacturing facility.  The position is a subject matter expert with respect to mAb products and processes and is engaged in tech transfer, scale-up, process optimization, validation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities. </p></div><div><p>  </p></div><div><p><b>Your Responsibilities: </b> </p></div><div><ul><li><p>Support the execution and troubleshooting of upstream and/or downstream manufacturing processes for biologics (e.g., mammalian cell culture, purification).</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with Manufacturing, Development, and Quality teams in the execution of technical / development studies, investigations, validation activities, and technical transfer programs, and collaborate with team members to identify potential risks, sources of variability, improvement, and value engineering opportunities to maximize project return and likelihood of technical success.</p></li><li><p>Provide on-floor support during manufacturing campaigns, including troubleshooting and deviation investigations.</p></li><li><p>Use scientific and statistical analysis tools to improve process understanding, ensure manufacturing processes are capable and operating in a state of control, and identify opportunities for process improvements.</p></li><li><p>Author and provide critical review of technical documents, including, but not limited to: batch records, SOPs, PFDs, risk assessments, investigations, technical studies, commissioning and qualification protocols, and reports.</p></li><li><p>Assist in implementing changes through the change control system (e.g., BOM updates, process changes).</p></li></ul></div><div><p> </p></div><div><p><b>What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):</b> </p></div><div><ul><li><p><b>Education</b>: Master's or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Bio/Pharmaceutical Technology, Microbiology, Engineering, or a related discipline.</p></li><li><p><b>Experience</b>: 3+ years of experience in the Biotech / Pharmaceutical industry. <i><b>Must have hands-on experience with chromatography (including Protein A or affinity chromatography), bioreactor operation, and tangential flow filtration (TFF). </b></i></p></li><li><p><b>Top Skills:</b> Familiarity with data analysis tools such as JMP or Excel is preferred. Candidates should be able to work effectively in a team environment and support manufacturing activities on the production floor, including occasional off-shift or weekend coverage as needed. A strong understanding of biopharmaceutical production processes, along with working knowledge of cGMP standards and experience in regulated environments, is required.</p></li></ul></div><div></div></div><div><div><p> </p></div><div><p><b>What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):</b> </p><ul><li><p>Advanced degree (MSc) in Bio/Pharmaceutical Technology, Microbiology, Engineering, or a related field.</p></li><li><p>Hands-on experience in commercial manufacturing of monoclonal antibodies and/or recombinant proteins.</p></li><li><p>Proven track record in tech transfer, process scale-up, and validation within biopharmaceutical operations.</p></li><li><p>Experience with capital project execution and familiarity with electronic quality systems (e.g., Veeva QMS, TrackWise) and MES platforms.</p></li></ul></div><div><p><b>Additional Information:</b>  </p></div><div><ul><li><p>Location: Elwood, Kansas</p></li><li><p>Day shift position. Weekend and evening work is not usual, although it may be required to provide process support to ongoing operations.</p></li><li><p>Minimal travel requirements < 10%.</p></li></ul><p/></div><div><p>Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognizedgroups 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. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!  </p></div><div><p> </p></div><div><p><b>Elanco Benefits and Perks:</b> </p></div><div><p>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: </p></div><div><ul><li><p>Multiple relocation packages </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>8-week parental leave </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>9 Employee Resource Groups </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Annual bonus offering </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Flexible work arrangements </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Up to 6% 401K matching </p></li></ul></div></div><p style="text-align:inherit"/><p style="text-align:left">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</p><p>Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our <a href="https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com/4b590e03-b18a-00d2-ed1a-0ad79db125c5/96361b9e-3b96-484f-adce-f598d5be5024/Elanco%20Workforce%20Privacy%20Notice.pdf" rel="nofollow">Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.</a></p><img alt=" " height="1" src="https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=43562818e58eb4c8161b3309c6f53d86&view" width="1"/>

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