Elanco
Director, Technical Services/Manufacturing Science
Fort Dodge, IA · Director
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 12 days ago
Data AnalysisComplianceProcess ImprovementGMPLeadershipProblem SolvingMentoring
About the role
- Director - Technical Service/Manufacturing Science (TSMS)
- Provide strategic technical leadership for manufacturing processes including biological antigen production, aseptic processing, vaccine formulation, and filling.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence through robust application of GMP, periodic product reviews, and process validation activities.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a technical team of scientists, engineers, and statisticians to create a high-performance culture of accountability.
- Drive continuous process improvement and technical problem-solving by leveraging data analytics and collaborating across the Elanco network.
- In this role, you will drive technical strategy, ensure GMP compliance, and foster a culture of innovation to support current production and future growth.
- 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
- Bachelor's in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Bioprocess), Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
- What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Skills
- What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
- Master's degree in related discipline
- Direct experience with vaccine manufacturing, viral or bacterial antigen production, aseptic processing, or lyophilization.
- Experience managing process validation, technology transfers, and investigations in a regulated environment.
- Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with Quality, Engineering, and Regulatory teams to influence business outcomes.
- Experience working within a matrixed, global technical organization with a strong professional network.
Compensation
- Annual bonus offering
Benefits
- Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
- 8-week parental leave
- Annual bonus offering
- Flexible work arrangements
- Education: Bachelor's in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Bioprocess), Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
Company info
- At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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