Director - MQ L&D Biotech

Elanco; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shutdowns

Parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus

401K matching

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Director of MQ Learning & Development to shape and execute a global learning strategy across manufacturing and quality. You will lead a network of L&D resources, drive digital delivery and AI-enabled learning, and partner with site leaders to accelerate operational excellence while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will oversee learning innovations, measurement of impact, and collaboration with business partners to enable reliable supply with integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field required.
• 7+ years in pharma/biotech manufacturing with 4+ years in management.
• Strong knowledge of global regulatory standards (FDA, USDA, EU GMP).

Responsibilities

• Lead network transformation to unified MQ learning strategy.
• Translate goals into scalable learning solutions and drive digital delivery.
• Define principles for compliant, effective learning experiences.
• Oversee LMS usage, AI, VR/AR, and other tools for impact.
• Establish KPIs and dashboards to measure impact at multiple levels.

Skills

Learning strategy

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Virtual leadership

Facilitation

English communication

Education

Bachelor's in Life Sciences

Tools

LMS administration

Content authoring tools

AI in learning

Multimedia design

Job description

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!

Position Description:

The Director of MQ Learning & Development (L&D) shapes and implements the strategic vision and roadmap for global MQ learning processes, resources and initiatives to create a universal approach for manufacturing and quality to accelerate business performance and enable operational excellence. This is achieved through direct organizational leadership of MQ L&D resources within the network and partnership with business partners.

This Biotech network role drives innovation, governance, and learning process transformation across the respective network sites in harmonization with the global MQ sites and functions - ensuring our people are prepared to deliver reliable supply to customers with integrity and excellence.

Your Responsibilities:

• MQ Learning Leadership: Lead the network transformation journey to implement a unified learning strategy that balances regulatory compliance, process optimization, learner realities, and continuous capability growth. Provide direct leadership and oversight to MQ L&D resources within the network.
• Strategic Execution: Translate business goals and site requirements into scalable learning solutions. Partner with MQ L&D leadership to drive transformation of MQ’s learning ecosystem—enhancing digital delivery, learner experience, and global scalability.
• Learning Experience & Instructional Design: Define design principles for effective and compliant learning experiences across multiple modalities (live, virtual, on-demand, and blended). Utilize adult learning and behavioral science to ensure impact and engagement.
• Technology, Innovation & AI: Deliver digital innovation across the learning ecosystem, optimizing use of the LMS and emerging tools like AI, VR/AR, and adaptive learning platforms. Champion the ethical use of AI in learning.
• Data, Analytics & Impact Measurement: Establish clear metrics and KPIs tied to manufacturing objectives. Utilize dashboards to monitor effectiveness and inform business decisions at site, network, and global levels.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field.
• Experience: 7+ years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing site roles, including 4+ years of direct management experience.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of global industry regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., FDA, USDA, EU GMP); proven success in leading learning initiatives in a manufacturing environment and supervising teams in a virtual setting; fluent in English (speaking/writing) with the ability to influence and partner effectively across functions and leadership levels; and skilled facilitator/coach with experience developing or delivering leadership training.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Certifications: Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification; Adult Learning Theory certification.
• Industry Expertise: Experience leading training programs within matrixed life sciences organizations.
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in digital learning design, AI-powered platforms, performance analytics, and LMS administration.
• Tools: Proficiency in content authoring tools and multimedia design.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

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:

• 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
• Up to 6% 401K matching

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status

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