Clinical Research Associate (CRA) – Animal Health

Elanco • Indianapolis, IN

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) – Animal Health, you will be a key member of Elanco’s global Research & Development organization, supporting the execution of clinical studies for Farm Animal and Pet Health products. You will ensure studies are conducted to high standards, data is captured accurately, and activities comply with global regulatory guidelines. The role supports Elanco’s product pipeline and the development of new solutions for customers.

The position is based at Elanco’s Global Headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana, in a hybrid work environment, with travel up to 50% in the United States and internationally.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a life science or health-related field, or a high school diploma with 8 years of experience.
• At least 2 years of clinical research experience, specifically in a monitoring or site management role.
• Demonstrated proficiency with clinical trial processes, including GCP/VICH.
• Proficiency with data management systems such as EDC and collaborative tools such as Veeva and MS Office.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across interdisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a relevant scientific field.
• Experience in the animal health industry.
• Professional certification such as CCRA or CCRC.
• Experience with both farm animal and companion animal studies.

Responsibilities

• Perform and manage clinical monitoring activities, including site qualification, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits, to ensure studies follow protocols, GCP/VICH guidelines, and Elanco standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clinical trial sites, including CRO and internal sites, and provide oversight to support study success and data integrity.
• Review data and verify source data; work with site personnel to resolve data queries and ensure study documentation is accurate and complete.
• Identify and mitigate site-level risks, monitor and report protocol deviations and safety events (AEs/SAEs), and support internal QA reviews or regulatory inspections.
• Collaborate with Clinical Development, Data Management, Biostatistics, Regulatory Affairs, and QA to support project delivery and development of regulatory submission files.

Benefits

• Multiple relocation packages.
• Two weeklong shutdowns in the United States, mid-summer and year-end, in addition to PTO.
• 8-week parental leave.
• 9 Employee Resource Groups.
• Annual bonus offering.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Up to 6% 401K matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level