Eli Lilly and Company · 5 hours ago
Scientist - Analytical Method Development SMDD Foundry Readiness
US, Indianapolis IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $169K/yr
2+ years expEli Lilly and Company is a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. They are seeking an analytical chemist to develop analytical methods and characterize chemical processes to advance drug candidates from early development through manufacturing readiness, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and problem-solving skills.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize analytical methods to accurately measure purity, potency, and other critical quality attributes of small molecule drug substances and synthetic intermediates
Select and implement appropriate analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR, MS) to support chemical process development—independently generating data that elucidates reaction mechanisms, characterizes kinetic behavior, and identifies process-related impurities
Collaborate with synthetic chemists and process engineers to ensure analytical methods are suitable for guiding development activities and can be successfully transferred to GMP laboratories for routine testing and manufacturing support
Perform laboratory activities with a strong emphasis on safety and technical rigor, while adhering to local policies and procedures
Identify and apply new scientific concepts, exhibit strong problem-solving skills, and be self-motivated to contribute across multiple projects
Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills to represent both the technical aspects and business-related implications of your work
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience
Preferred
Experience with chromatographic (LC, GC, IC) method development or validation in pharmaceutical, chemical, or regulated industry setting
Working knowledge of mass spectrometry (LC-MS, GC-MS) and NMR spectroscopy
Familiarity with chemical process development, synthetic organic chemistry, and rationales for establishing material specifications and testing plans
Experience troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instrumentation
Demonstration of scientific leadership and the ability to influence others
Ability to balance multiple responsibilities, prioritize activities, and navigate ambiguity
Benefits
Company-sponsored 401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
Flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts)
Life insurance and death benefits
Certain time off and leave of absence benefits
Well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)
Company
Eli Lilly and Company
We're a medicine company turning science into healing to make life better for people around the world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$6.5M2024-02-12Post Ipo Debt· $6.5M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
David Ricks
Chair, CEO
Lucas Montarce
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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