Jerrad Runkle

Jerrad Runkle is an experienced professional with a notable career at Eli Lilly and Company, having served in various roles since June 2001, including the current position as Technical Services/Manufacturing Sciences Director for Insulin API. In this role, Runkle oversees a team of scientists, engineers, and technical leaders dedicated to the scientific stewardship, validation oversight, and process development of multiple insulin drug substance manufacturing processes. Previous positions at Eli Lilly include Manufacturing Science and Technology Director for External Manufacturing, where Runkle led technical transfers of protein drug substances to contract manufacturers, and Manufacturing Science and Technology Manager roles focused on diabetes parenteral products and the Humalog insulin API. Runkle holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry/Environmental Science from Indiana State University, obtained in 1999.