Principal Research Scientist - Product development

Location: Indianapolis

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** At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) - it all starts with animals!
**** 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.
**** 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.
**** Making animals' lives better makes life better - join our team today!
**** Your Role:
Technical Project Leader
** As a Technical Project Leader, you will play a central role in developing and advancing innovative small molecule/synthetic products for farm animals and pets. In this role, you will be responsible for guiding cross-functional technical teams, managing the CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls) strategy, and ensuring project milestones are achieved in partnership with Technical Development, Manufacturing, Quality, and Regulatory colleagues.
** Your Responsibilities:
*** Guide the cross-functional CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls) team, aligning technical objectives with the overall project strategy to ensure the timely delivery of clinical materials and key milestones.
* Define and steer a scientifically sound technical development strategy, incorporating risk assessments and business objectives to guide the project from late research to development through submission.
* Serve as the primary CMC representative on the core project team, ensuring seamless communication, influence, and alignment between technical functions, project coordination, and external partners.
* Oversee the delivery of critical technical documentation, including Development History Reports, and support the preparation of regulatory CMC submissions in partnership with functional experts.
* Foster a culture of innovation and accountability, promoting collaboration and effective communication to stakeholders and between technical experts to solve complex challenges and to accelerate project timelines.
** What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):**
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* Education:

** Bachelor's Degree in a relevant scientific or engineering field (e.g., Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, Chemistry), or an equivalent level of experience.
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* Experience:

** A minimum of 7 years of experience in synthetic/small molecule technical development, CMC, or manufacturing.
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Skills:

** Strong scientific background combined with demonstrated cross-functional guidance, effective communication and project management skills.
** What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
*** Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a related scientific field.
* Direct experience with CMC regulatory submissions, preferably for veterinary products.
* Demonstrated ability to think strategically and influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
* Experience with technical transfers to manufacturing sites.
* Some experience in biologics as well
* Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project).
** Additional Information:**
* ** Travel:
** Approximately 10%
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* Location:

** Global Elanco Headquarters
- Indianapolis, IN
- Hybrid Work Environment
** 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

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