Research Scientist - Product development

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Position Description:

·       As a Research Scientist on the Biopharma Technical Development (BTD) Analytical Development team, you are responsible for providing scientific and technical leadership for analytical activities across Elanco’s biotechnology therapeutics programs.

This role has a particular focus on technical transfer activities and oversight of analytical method-related work at internal and external partners, including 3rd party CDMOs.

The incumbent is expected to work as an integrated member of cross-functional project teams and partner closely with Analytical Development (AD) and Process Development (PD) subject matter experts to build a strong understanding of the product, process, control strategy, and analytical methods supporting the program.

·       The individual will apply this technical knowledge and experience to support successful analytical method transfer, qualification, validation, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management activities.

This includes working extensively with sending site and receiving site SMEs to ensure on-time delivery, high-fidelity transfer execution, and effective resolution of technical issues and risks.

The role will collaborate closely with biopharma CMC teams, technical project leads, quality, regulatory, and senior leadership to ensure clear, concise, and timely communication of project activities, milestones, gaps, and mitigation plans.

·       Overall, the Research Scientist will serve an essential function in bridging internal analytical development teams with both internal and external manufacturing partners, ensuring analytical readiness and successful support of clinical and commercial supply, registration activities, and broader program execution.

Functions, Duties, Tasks:


* Oversee all aspects of analytical method transfer activities for biopharmaceutical products to internal and/or external laboratories, CROs, and CDMOs.


* Serve as an embedded analytical representative within project teams, working closely with AD and PD SMEs to develop a deep technical understanding of the process, product, and analytical method...