Director, Analytical Development – SMTD

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Director, Analytical Development. As the Director of Analytical Development, you will lead a high-performing team responsible for advancing Elanco’s small molecule drug product pipeline. This role is a key leadership position within the broader Small Molecule Technical Development (SMTD) organization, reporting to the Head of Analytical Development & QC. Your leadership will be central to driving innovation and ensuring strong scientific and operational execution across key pharmaceutical development programs, helping to bring impactful animal health products to market.

• Guide, coach, and develop a high-performing team of 5-10 scientists, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
• Provide scientific and operational direction for analytical development projects from early-stage through technical transfer to manufacturing.
• Develop and implement analytical strategies for your team and portfolio, ensuring alignment with departmental and SMTD objectives.
• Serve as a key subject matter expert on complex analytical challenges, providing technical guidance and representing Elanco in regulatory interactions.
• Foster cross-functional alignment with internal teams (R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory) and external partners to ensure successful project execution.

Education:

PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline; or a Master’s degree with extensive equivalent experience.

Experience:

A minimum of 8 years (PhD) or 12 years (Master's) of progressive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on analytical and CMC development for drug products.

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Skills:

Deep expertise in small molecule analytical development, with strong knowledge of drug product performance testing (e.g., dissolution) and a thorough understanding of global regulatory expectations (GMP, VICH). Proven experience guiding and mentoring scientific teams is also required.

Direct experience in the animal health pharmaceutical industry.

Proven track record overseeing technology transfer activities to manufacturing sites.

Demonstrated experience managing external partnerships, such as contract research organizations (CROs).

Broad technical depth in analytical sciences, including advanced separation and spectroscopic techniques (e.g., HPLC, HILIC, SEC, MS, NIR).

Expertise in strategic planning and organizational leadership, with a demonstrated ability to influence global teams and cross-functional outcomes.

• Travel: 5-10% international travel
• Location:
  
  Global Elanco Headquarters
  - Indianapolis, IN
  - Hybrid Work Environment

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