Post-Doc Scientist – Parenteral Product Network – TSMS Sterility Assurance and Microbiology Support

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve.

About the role

This Post-Doctoral Scientist position in the Technical Services/Manufacturing Science (TS/MS) organization will provide technical and scientific support within a dynamic manufacturing environment for aseptic manufacturing and laboratory methods. The successful candidate will design and execute experiments to advance technical capability associated with sterility assurance and applied pharmaceutical microbiology in both manufacturing and laboratory settings. Scientists actively contribute to the TS/MS organization and have extensive opportunities for involvement in cross-functional teams. This role allows for development of a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory requirements, and the essential role scientists play in making medicine and creating real-world solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with site and cross-functional SMEs to drive alignment.
• Ensure control strategies are robust, consistent with regulatory and compliance expectations, and continuously improved.
• Assume SME leadership role for a specific topic area within Sterility Assurance across the network, including harmonization and dissemination of knowledge.
• Provide mentoring leadership to site SMEs to build capability and talent, particularly at newer sites or where deep technical expertise is lacking.
• Build, maintain, and grow capability across the organization in sterility assurance.
• Benchmark industry trends and new technologies to ensure Lilly stays current with best practices and share insights with the network.
• Work with PR&D on new technology/platform development and implementation for pipeline products, influencing the agenda to meet Manufacturing needs.
• Develop appropriate laboratory models for potential manufacturing solutions related to Sterility Assurance.
• Design, conduct, and analyze statistically-designed experiments.
• Produce strong technical writing and documentation of all work.
• Mentor lab associates to enhance their technical capabilities.
• Work well independently and collaboratively.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related scientific disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in microbiology, molecular biology, and/or aseptic operations.
• Record of publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentations/posters at scientific conferences.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis (Lilly will not sponsor work authorization or visas for this role).

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively.
• Strong scheduling, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving, critical decision-making, and complex problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of the scientific method and microbiology principles.
• Understanding of general laboratory safety expectations.
• Prior laboratory work experience with general microbiology laboratory testing techniques and practices.

Schedule

This is a full-time, fixed-duration post-doctoral position for two years with potential to extend to 3 years and a maximum of up to 4 years. Opportunities to apply for full-time positions may be available after the duration is complete.

Pay

The anticipated wage for this position is $58,000 - $123,200. Full-time equivalent employees are also eligible for a company bonus (depending on company and individual performance).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.
• Eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k) and pension.
• Vacation benefits and 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).

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