Elanco
Technical Services & Manufacturing Science (TSMS) Scientist
Elwood, KS
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 9 days ago
Data AnalysisStatisticsExcelProcess ImprovementCustomer SupportGMPCell Culture
About the role
- Technical Services & Manufacturing Science (TSMS) Scientist
- The position is a subject matter expert with respect to mAb products and processes and is engaged in tech transfer, scale-up, process optimization, validation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.
- Use scientific and statistical analysis tools to improve process understanding, ensure manufacturing processes are capable and operating in a state of control, and identify opportunities for process improvements.
Responsibilities
- Support the execution and troubleshooting of upstream and/or downstream manufacturing processes for biologics (e.g., mammalian cell culture, purification).
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Development, and Quality teams in the execution of technical / development studies, investigations, validation activities, and technical transfer programs, and collaborate with team members to identify potential risks, sources of variability, improvement, and value engineering opportunities to maximize project return and likelihood of technical success.
- Provide on-floor support during manufacturing campaigns, including troubleshooting and deviation investigations.
- Author and provide critical review of technical documents, including, but not limited to: batch records, SOPs, PFDs, risk assessments, investigations, technical studies, commissioning and qualification protocols, and reports.
- Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills.
Requirements
- Master's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Bio/Pharmaceutical Technology, Microbiology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in the Biotech / Pharmaceutical industry.
- Must have hands-on experience with chromatography (including Protein A or affinity chromatography), bioreactor operation, and tangential flow filtration (TFF).
- Weekend and evening work is not usual, although it may be required to provide process support to ongoing operations.
- What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
- A strong understanding of biopharmaceutical production processes, along with working knowledge of cGMP standards and experience in regulated environments, is required.
Nice to have
- Top Skills: Familiarity with data analysis tools such as JMP or Excel is preferred.
Skills
- Familiarity with data analysis tools such as JMP or Excel is preferred.
- What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
- Advanced degree (MSc) in Bio/Pharmaceutical Technology, Microbiology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience in commercial manufacturing of monoclonal antibodies and/or recombinant proteins.
- Proven track record in tech transfer, process scale-up, and validation within biopharmaceutical operations.
- Experience with capital project execution and familiarity with electronic quality systems (e.g., Veeva QMS, TrackWise) and MES platforms.
Compensation
- Annual bonus offering
Benefits
- 8-week parental leave
- Annual bonus offering
- Flexible work arrangements
- 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.
- At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose - all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.
- Education: Master's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Bio/Pharmaceutical Technology, Microbiology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Company info
- At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- 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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