Elanco · 1 day ago
Senior Research Scientist - Packaging Development
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expElanco is a global leader in animal health, and they are seeking a Senior Packaging Engineer to join their Packaging Development team. This role involves leading the development and implementation of packaging solutions for various product portfolios, ensuring high-quality packaging from development through commercial scale-up.
ManufacturingPetSupply Chain Management
Hiring Manager
Uwe Müller
Responsibilities
Lead the design and implementation of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging from early development through CT material supply, registration and commercial readiness
Serve as the packaging Subject Matter Expert across multidisciplinary project teams, with emphasis on parenteral and sterile packaging
Partner with R&D and Manufacturing to evaluate feasibility, processability, and seamless transfer of packaging solutions into commercial production
Plan and execute packaging studies, machine trials, data evaluation, conclusions, and documentation, including authoring regulatory submission components
Scout innovative materials, technologies, and suppliers to strengthen packaging strategies and drive creative, compliant, and efficient solutions
Author packaging registration documents and interact with our registration team as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Packaging Technology or related discipline, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years in pharmaceutical drug product development with extensive exposure to parenteral packaging and associated regulatory expectations
Strong technical expertise in packaging development, packaging materials, and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally with global teams and external partners
Familiarity with GMP principles, standards, and regulatory frameworks
Preferred
Experience supporting biopharma and vaccine product portfolios
Hands-on experience with sterile manufacturing environments and container closure integrity (CCI) principles
Prior experience authoring or supporting regulatory submissions for packaging
Demonstrated ability to innovate within packaging development
Proven ability to manage multiple global projects with adaptability and learning agility
Company
Elanco
Elanco is an animal health company that manufactures and markets a diverse range of products to promote animal health and well-being.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (9)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$252.86MKey Investors
AncoraBill & Melinda Gates Foundation
2023-12-30Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2018-09-19IPO
2017-05-24Grant· $2.86M
Leadership Team
Dave Kinard
Executive Vice President Human Resources, Corporate Affairs & Administration
Jennifer Black
Senior Director, Global Indirect Procurement
Recent News
2026-01-03
2025-12-18
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