Technical Consultant (US Swine)

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN), we start with animals. As a global leader in animal health, we deliver innovative products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. Our vision, Food and Companionship Enriching Life, and our purpose—Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People—drive us forward. We foster a diverse, inclusive work environment where innovation and creativity thrive.

About the role

The Technical Consultant (US Swine) will position Elanco as the partner of choice by delivering exceptional technical expertise, market-leading product solutions, scientifically sound research studies, and value beyond product—including consulting, analytics, diagnostics, and market access support.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with customers and serve as an active member of account teams.
• Identify and position opportunities for customers to use Elanco products.
• Actively participate in account planning and incorporate Elanco’s value strategy.
• Participate in the development and deployment of training events and materials.
• Assist in the planning and preparation for new product launches.
• Implement Elanco’s value strategy at the customer level.
• Train and coach Elanco personnel on disease, products, and industry practices.
• Build relationships with and influence external customers, consultants, and academics.
• Identify avenues to deliver value beyond product to customers and Elanco.
• Maintain good standing with and influence key industry organizations.
• Conduct research utilizing approved Elanco products.
• Align research with business needs and brand-specific lifecycle planning.
• Ensure publication of research studies in scientific meetings and peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist with R&D requests and product line extensions.
• Effectively communicate within the technical team and account teams.
• Identify opportunities and threats for customers and Elanco.
• Influence long-range strategy and product positioning.
• Identify external talent for technical and other roles within Elanco.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
• 5+ years of experience in the swine industry.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of US commercial swine production medicine and swine production practices.
• Experience with swine operations and credibility to influence successful swine veterinarians and key opinion leaders in industry and academia.
• Knowledge of animal health industry economics and drivers of profitability in food animal production.
• Expertise in technical consultancy, with a focus on addressing customer concerns or needs.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Additional Information

• Location: US Remote (Preferred locations: IA, MN, IN, IL).
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Benefits

• Multiple relocation packages.
• Two week-long shut downs (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO).
• 8-week parental leave.
• 9 Employee Resource Groups.
• Annual bonus offering.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Up to 6% 401K matching.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and/or dependent day care).
• Life insurance and death benefits.
• Certain time off and leave of absence benefits.
• Well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).

Pay

Elanco anticipates the base salary for this position could range from $107,700 to $179,400, depending on the candidate’s qualifications, including education and experience. Full-time employees are also eligible for a company bonus based on company and individual performance.