Senior Analytical Sciences Leader

Elanco•Elwood, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Analytical Sciences Leader oversees daily operations of the TSMS laboratory at Elanco’s Elwood, Kansas monoclonal antibody (mAb) manufacturing facility. The role leads a team of scientists and ensures laboratory work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable quality standards and procedures. The position applies scientific expertise and Design of Experiments (DoE) to develop, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes, with the goal of improving cycle time, productivity, process robustness, gross margin, and production capacity. The leader works with cross-functional partners to resolve technical challenges, maintain laboratory excellence, and support continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Requirements

MS in Analytical Science, Pharmacy, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technology, or equivalent experience; alternatively, a bachelor's degree with equivalent industry experience.
At least 8 years of experience in biotechnology process development or manufacturing technology.
Experience in monoclonal antibody (mAb) process development, analytical development, remediation, and productivity improvement.
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team, with strong coaching skills.
Strong analytical sciences background, scientific problem-solving skills, experimental design capability, attention to detail, and ability to work productively in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Engineering, or a biotechnology-related field.
Experience applying Design of Experiments (DoE) and statistical methodologies to process development and optimization.
Understanding of USDA, FDA, and EU GMP regulatory standards for veterinary biologics.
Strong commitment to ethical practices, quality standards, and data integrity.
Ability to build strong, collaborative relationships across functions and geographies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong mentoring, coaching, and team development capabilities.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of scientists, supporting high-quality, reproducible results, efficient project execution, and effective resource management.
Oversee daily TSMS laboratory operations and ensure experiments, tests, and research are conducted efficiently, safely, and in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements.
Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and inventory management of laboratory equipment and supplies.
Use Design of Experiments (DoE) to design and execute studies that develop, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes.
Collaborate with the site Quality Department to maintain laboratory quality standards and represent the TSMS laboratory during internal and external audits as required.
Partner with Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Engineering, Supply Chain, Research & Development, and Manufacturing Operations to address technical issues, foster alignment, and complete projects on time.
Troubleshoot process challenges, evaluate experimental results, and identify opportunities for process improvement using scientific reasoning and problem-solving.
Maintain compliance with applicable quality standards, laboratory procedures, and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) requirements.
Stay current with relevant scientific, technological, and regulatory developments to support technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as required.