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!
Your Role: Study Manager – R&D
As a Study Manager, you will join a collaborative and high-performing research team dedicated to developing innovative animal health products for global and ANZ markets. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, conducting, managing, and reporting clinical and field studies across both companion and farm animal segments to support product development and label extensions.
Your Responsibilities:
Act as Study Director/Investigator in GxP studies; design protocols and collaborate with global teams
Conduct and manage complex field and laboratory studies in livestock and companion animals
Ensure scientific protocols and procedures meet regulatory and ethical requirements
Liaise with external research partners, implement disease models, and support early-stage research
Provide timely and accurate documentation to the Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) and ensure high standards of animal welfare
Adhere to GxP, VICH, FDA, OECD, and internal SOPs while promoting continuous process improvement
Support resource planning, knowledge sharing, and peer development within the research team
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a science-related discipline (veterinary degree preferred but not required)
Experience: Strong understanding of research/development processes and knowledge of animal health, disease, and parasitology
Top 2 skills: Excellent scientific writing and communication skills; strong project and time management skills
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Familiarity with GxP, VICH GCP, or OECD GLP standards
Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., FDA, APVMA, EMA)
Exposure to animal ethics processes and welfare protocols
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Experience coaching or mentoring peers in a scientific setting
Additional Information:
Travel: Occasional travel required for field studies or external collaborations
Location: Kemps Creek, Western Sydney – on-site role
Work Rights: Must be located in Australia with full working rights
Flexibility: Willingness to work additional or flexible hours when needed
License: Valid Australian driver’s license required
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups 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!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We’re proud to be an Employer of Choice (Australian Business Award 2023) and offer:
Competitive salary packaging
Professional development and upskilling opportunities
The stability and innovation of a global animal health leader
A collaborative, values-driven culture that supports growth and purpose
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
