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. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise. 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! Interested in joining a cause-driven, customer focused company dedicated to positively impacting the health of animals, people and the planet? An exciting full-time 12-month contract opportunity is available to be part of a friendly, high performing team of researchers in the development of new animal health products globally. We are actively searching for a Study Manager with experience in companion and/or farm animals to manage and conduct R&D clinical studies. The role: As a Study Manager, you will support the operational direction and plan, design, implement, manage and report clinical studies, ensuring optimal output from the site for the development of new animal health products and label extensions for existing products for the global and regional (ANZ) markets. You will: Act as an Investigator and/or Study Director in GxP studies by developing protocols and reports in collaboration with global project teams. Be responsible for the conduct of complex studies for the evaluation of compounds and assist in the interpretation of these studies. Plan, perform, interpret and report results of field and laboratory studies in both livestock and companion animals. Design, review and make recommended changes to scientific protocols and procedures. Liaise with external parties in early research projects and implement and oversee disease models. Ensure timely availability of information for the AEC (Animal Ethics Committee) and co-operate with the Animal Welfare Officer, to ensure the highest standards of animal welfare are maintained. Manage studies, documentation and work according to, and in compliance with, external and internal guidelines ( e.g. SOPs, VICH, FDA, OECD, GxP, HSE and Animal Welfare Code of Practice). Collaborate with other associates to facilitate knowledge exchange. Assist with training and coaching peers as required. Assist with the identification, communication and planning of resource requirements. Assist with planning opportunities to determine operational priorities- ensuring continuous improvement of system processes and efficiencies across team resources Essential Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in science-related discipline (degree in veterinary medicine preferred but not essential). Adequate understanding of research and/or development processes with broad scientific and technical knowledge (including knowledge of animal health products, parasites and disease). Excellent scientific/technical writing and communication skills (fluency in English is required). A working understanding of VICH GCP/OECD GLP standards is desirable but not essential. Effective time management allowing completion of business-critical tasks as required Enthusiasm and energy for the role with a strong drive for achievement. Driver’s licence and willingness to work on-site in Kemps Creek, Western Sydney. Must be located in Australia and have full working rights to work in Australia. Ability to work additional or flexible hours as required. An employer of Choice – what we offer Competitive salary packaging. Professional development opportunities. Part of an innovative, dynamic and large multinational company Employer of Choice 2023 Australian Business Award 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
