Research Veterinarian

at  Elanco

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

As a Research Veterinarian, apply practical veterinary skills to coordinate and execute the in-vivo phases of R&D studies for the development of new animal health products and label extensions for existing products for the global and regional ANZ markets, in line with business strategies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

• Must have a Degree in Veterinary Medicine.
• Min. 3 years of clinical vet hands-on experience.
• Must have small animal/pet experience.
• Graduates and international qualifications accepted; board registration desired but not mandatory.
• Have a valid work visa with a minimum of 2 years validity, be a permanent resident or Australian citizen. No sponsorship available.
  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 statu

FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, TASKS:

• Provide hands-on execution of basic and advanced veterinary clinical techniques for the animal phase of studies.
• Implement, supervise and maintain new and existing clinical models.
• Implement, manage and coordinate (as Associate Investigator) facility based and remote field site studies evaluating the efficacy, safety/tolerance of compounds and novel formulations
• Collaboratively, conduct specified studies in accordance with VICH Guidelines & Good Clinical Practice, OECD Principles of Good Laboratory Practice and/or Elanco Good Research Practice.
• Provide practical training on clinical procedures.
• Contribute to implementation of high quality study protocols/plans.
• Collect biological specimens from study animals.
• Ensure all data generated in studies is available, presented and maintained to a standard suitable for submission to regulatory authorities.
• Provide support to the Study Management group for relevant studies and provide support to other sections for relevant operational tasks.
• Present results from product development studies to appropriate internal contacts.
• Utilize technology solutions to track, receipt and process biological specimens.
• Undertake reviews of Standard Operating Procedures, forms and other document templates in conjunction with other personnel as requested.
• Assist other line functions as required to complete study tasks.
• Comply with all company local and global policies including EEO, anti-discrimination, harassment, and health, safety and environment (OH&S) policies.