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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Scientist MS&T - Pharma - **Company:** Elanco - **Location:** Cuxhaven, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** €71,250.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Decision Support Systems, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Microsoft Office, JMP (Statistical Software) - **Published:** September 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5896655861 ## About the Role * Education: University degree (Master's or equivalent) in Biology, Chemistry, Veterinary Medicine, Biotechnology, or a related life science discipline. * Experience: At least 5 years of professional experience in a pharmaceutical environment, specifically within pharmaceutical production. * Compliance & Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with Global Quality Standards (FDA, EU-GMP) and a solid understanding of aseptic processes. * Languages: Excellent written and spoken communication skills in both German and English, with effective communication skills in multicultural settings. * Analytical & IT Skills: Strong analytical capabilities and proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word); experience with statistical software (e.g., JMP) is highly desirable. Desired Skills and Abilities * Strategic Thinking: The ability to develop and implement long-term strategies aligned with business goals. * Conflict Resolution: Effectively resolving conflicts and fostering a positive team environment. * Change Management: Leading and managing change effectively within the team and across departments. * Continuous Improvement Mindset: A proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effectively collaborating with other departments, such as Production units, R&D, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain. * Adaptability and Flexibility: Responding effectively to changing priorities and demands. * Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations and make sound decisions. ## Description Project Management & Technical Leadership * Lateral Leadership: Lead and inspire diverse cross-functional teams (Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering) to achieve project milestones through influence and collaboration. * Process Scale-up: Drive the seamless transfer and scale-up of vaccine manufacturing processes from pilot to industrial level, ensuring deep alignment with GMP and pharmaceutical regulatory frameworks. * Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage complex data analysis to optimize equipment utilization and strategic staffing requirements. * Operational Excellence: Champion a continuous improvement mindset by implementing operational standards, managing critical deviations, and leading Root Cause Investigations (RCI) and CAPA processes. * Risk & Compliance: Maintain the validated state of manufacturing processes and lead technical risk assessments (e.g., FMEA) to ensure robust business continuity and high-quality outcomes. * Strategic Sourcing: Execute the technical implementation of secondary suppliers, ensuring full compliance with internal and external quality and regulatory requirements. Collaboration and Communication * Strategic Partnership: Act as a key technical consultant for cross-functional departments to develop and maintain scalable, cost-effective, and safe production processes. * Audit Excellence: Represent the technical site functions during regulatory inspections and lead expert discussions with auditors. * Technical Diplomacy: Synthesize complex technical challenges into clear, strategic updates for site leadership and global stakeholders. ## Related Videos - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Designing How Work Feels: The Science Behind Sanofi’s Workplace Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1848-designing-how-work-feels-the-science-behind-sanofi-s-workplace-experience) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies to Work For in Germany: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/33-best-companies-to-work-for-in-germany-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again)