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Indiana's biotech and pharma sector offers F-1 OPT students real opportunities, anchored by major employers like Eli Lilly in Indianapolis, Cook Medical in Bloomington, and Corteva Agriscience in Johnston. The state's concentration of research institutions and life sciences companies makes it one of the Midwest's more active markets for OPT sponsorship in this industry.
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Get Access To All JobsAt 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:
The US Customer Experience (CX) Strategy and Implementation Advisor owns the overall customer experience strategy to support the U.S Affiliate. This role also manages the planning and integration of Customer Experience projects/initiatives in alignment with Customer Service teams and key stakeholders. The role works closely with the U.S. Farm and Pet Health business units to translate business requirements into logistics models (warehousing, transportation) that deliver critical customer needs.
Your Responsibilities:
- Responsible for overall Customer Experience strategy for US Affiliate Customer Service, Warehousing, and Transportation.
- Convert US CX Lead Team strategies into implementation through highly cross functional partnerships internal and external.
- Develop key performance metrics (internal and external), lead indicators, and timelines.
- Implementation of projects/initiatives that enable CX strategy.
- Lead root-cause analysis and business process reviews to identify efficiency gains and/or opportunities for innovation.
- Attends Lead Team meetings to provide input on CX initiatives and remove undefined.
- Owns relationship with Elanco Logistic Service Providers (Warehouses, Less Than Truckload carriers, Truckload carriers, Small Package providers, Cold Chain Packaging vendors) including day-to-day oversight and improvement opportunities.
- Works closely with Truckload, Less Than Truckload, Freight Forwarders, UPS to identify least cost mode of transport of finished product to first paying customer.
- Responsible for compliance with Distribution Quality Agreements, contracts, cost undefined.
- Monitors and identifies any trends in issues/errors to customers and making necessary changes to improve the overall customer experience.
- Support Procurement with negotiation of any new Logistic Service Providers impacting North America.
- Monitors performance of Logistic Service Providers and leads Quarterly Business Reviews assessing overall performance.
- Affiliate resource and liaison for regulatory, quality and manufacturing for any source, packaging or label changes.
- Oversight and tracking of U.S. Affiliate COPS budget working closely with U.S. Affiliate Finance for invoice approval, purchase order setup and freight payment issues.
- Responsible for developing logistics models to support the growing needs of the direct undefined.
- Responsible for investigation of new warehouse opportunities, opening, closing of warehouses.
- Responsible for metrics and reporting for Order to Cash, obsolescence, On Time In Full, credits, returns and inventory value.
- Tracks picking errors, cycle count adjustments and identifies root causes and corrective actions.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- Education: Bachelor’s degree, Business/Supply Chain.
- Required Experience: Five years of experience in Distribution/Operations, Supply Chain or Customer Service.
- Five years of SAP experience with inventory management, product flow, replenishment, forecasting/APO, purchase orders, stock transfer orders.
- Experience working in an environment governed by GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and other regulations such as Sarbanes Oxley.
- Power user with SAP/WM/O2C systems.
Additional Information:
- Location: Indianapolis, IN Global HQ (Hybrid environment)
- Some travel required
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized 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:
- 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
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
Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job-related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.
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:
The US Customer Experience (CX) Strategy and Implementation Advisor owns the overall customer experience strategy to support the U.S Affiliate. This role also manages the planning and integration of Customer Experience projects/initiatives in alignment with Customer Service teams and key stakeholders. The role works closely with the U.S. Farm and Pet Health business units to translate business requirements into logistics models (warehousing, transportation) that deliver critical customer needs.
Your Responsibilities:
- Responsible for overall Customer Experience strategy for US Affiliate Customer Service, Warehousing, and Transportation.
- Convert US CX Lead Team strategies into implementation through highly cross functional partnerships internal and external.
- Develop key performance metrics (internal and external), lead indicators, and timelines.
- Implementation of projects/initiatives that enable CX strategy.
- Lead root-cause analysis and business process reviews to identify efficiency gains and/or opportunities for innovation.
- Attends Lead Team meetings to provide input on CX initiatives and remove undefined.
- Owns relationship with Elanco Logistic Service Providers (Warehouses, Less Than Truckload carriers, Truckload carriers, Small Package providers, Cold Chain Packaging vendors) including day-to-day oversight and improvement opportunities.
- Works closely with Truckload, Less Than Truckload, Freight Forwarders, UPS to identify least cost mode of transport of finished product to first paying customer.
- Responsible for compliance with Distribution Quality Agreements, contracts, cost undefined.
- Monitors and identifies any trends in issues/errors to customers and making necessary changes to improve the overall customer experience.
- Support Procurement with negotiation of any new Logistic Service Providers impacting North America.
- Monitors performance of Logistic Service Providers and leads Quarterly Business Reviews assessing overall performance.
- Affiliate resource and liaison for regulatory, quality and manufacturing for any source, packaging or label changes.
- Oversight and tracking of U.S. Affiliate COPS budget working closely with U.S. Affiliate Finance for invoice approval, purchase order setup and freight payment issues.
- Responsible for developing logistics models to support the growing needs of the direct undefined.
- Responsible for investigation of new warehouse opportunities, opening, closing of warehouses.
- Responsible for metrics and reporting for Order to Cash, obsolescence, On Time In Full, credits, returns and inventory value.
- Tracks picking errors, cycle count adjustments and identifies root causes and corrective actions.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- Education: Bachelor’s degree, Business/Supply Chain.
- Required Experience: Five years of experience in Distribution/Operations, Supply Chain or Customer Service.
- Five years of SAP experience with inventory management, product flow, replenishment, forecasting/APO, purchase orders, stock transfer orders.
- Experience working in an environment governed by GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and other regulations such as Sarbanes Oxley.
- Power user with SAP/WM/O2C systems.
Additional Information:
- Location: Indianapolis, IN Global HQ (Hybrid environment)
- Some travel required
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized 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:
- 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
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
Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job-related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.
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Search Biotech & Pharma Jobs in IndianaBiotech & Pharma OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
Which biotech & pharma companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Indiana?
Eli Lilly and Company is Indiana's most prominent pharma employer and has a long history of hiring international graduates on F-1 OPT. Other notable employers include Corteva Agriscience, Cook Medical, Elanco Animal Health, and Catalent. Smaller biotech firms and contract research organizations in the Indianapolis metro also participate in OPT hiring, though sponsorship practices vary by company, role, and hiring cycle.
Which cities in Indiana have the most biotech & pharma F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Indianapolis is by far the primary hub, home to Eli Lilly's global headquarters and a growing cluster of life sciences companies, CROs, and biotech startups. Bloomington has a notable presence due to Cook Medical and proximity to Indiana University. West Lafayette benefits from Purdue University's research ecosystem and attracts pharma-adjacent employers. These three cities account for the majority of OPT-eligible biotech roles in the state.
What types of biotech & pharma roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align directly with STEM degrees tend to qualify most clearly for OPT and STEM OPT extensions. Common examples in Indiana include research scientist, analytical chemist, process development engineer, regulatory affairs associate, bioinformatics analyst, and quality assurance specialist. Positions requiring a bachelor's or advanced degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or chemical engineering are the most common fit for F-1 OPT in this industry.
How do I find biotech & pharma F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Indiana?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters biotech and pharma jobs in Indiana by visa type, including F-1 OPT. Rather than sorting through generic job listings, you can search directly for employers who have indicated willingness to sponsor OPT in this industry. Pairing Migrate Mate with outreach to Indiana's BioCrossroads life sciences network and career offices at Purdue or Indiana University can strengthen your search further.
Are there any Indiana-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in biotech & pharma?
Indiana's life sciences sector is heavily concentrated around established large employers rather than early-stage startups, which matters for OPT because larger companies tend to have more structured international hiring processes and HR familiarity with STEM OPT extensions. Students should confirm that their degree field qualifies for STEM OPT before targeting roles, since the 24-month extension requires both a STEM-designated program and an E-Verify registered employer.