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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.

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Your Role: TechOps IT Analyst - R& D

This role, part of the North American TechOps team, provides essential IT support primarily for the Fort Dodge Manufacturing facility, with occasional support for other regional manufacturing, R& D, and warehousing sites. The TechOps IT Analyst will build strong relationships with business customers, especially R& D Lab teams, to identify needs and deploy and support appropriate information systems. Responsibilities include full lifecycle ownership for local applications and providing local support, validation, and release management for global applications, requiring deep technical expertise.

Your Responsibilities:

• Business Analysis & Requirements: Elicit, analyze, and translate complex business needs into technical requirements, advising stakeholders on optimal IT solutions and conducting cost-benefit analyses.

• Technical Integration & Solution Delivery: Lead the development and integration of IT and Lab solutions, collaborating with subject matter experts to establish technical vision and balance usability with performance.

• Project Management: Manage the full lifecycle of multiple IT projects, including planning, execution, and communication, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and scope.

• System Engineering & Troubleshooting: Apply strong system engineering expertise, including knowledge of infrastructure, databases, and operating systems, to troubleshoot complex issues and streamline IT functions.

• Strategic Collaboration & Best Practices: Critically evaluate user requests, network with IT resources to share knowledge and best practices, and provide leadership in developing integrated IT and Lab solutions.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• BA/BS Degree (IT, Operational Technology, Chemistry & Chemical Engineering ) or equivalent experience in lieu of degree.

• 3 years experience in Information Technology or Lab Technology infrastructure support.

• Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.

What Will Give You the Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications):

• Ability to accurately prepare written business correspondence that is coherent, grammatically correct, effective, professional and engaging. Equally strong oral presentation as well.

• Experience with Elanco established ITIL management tool (ServiceNow).

• Computer System Validation experience.

• Understanding qualification processes/ adherence to those processes.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing related computer systems and data.

Additional Information:

• Some on call work may be needed to support our 24/7 operations

• Position will require exposure to production & R& D areas

• Location: Fort Dodge, IA

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented 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 offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:

• Multiple relocation packages

• Two weeklong shutdowns (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

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