Principal Biologist - Cutaneous Biology

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated scientist with knowledge and experience of cellular and molecular biology, who also shares our passion to help patients live with higher quality of life. You will report to a Ph.D senior scientist in the group and work in a highly team-oriented and collaborative environment. The focus of the work will be to independently design, develop and validate biological assays to test and analyze molecule activities, investigate the mechanism of action of biological drugs, evaluate performance in various animal disease models, and ultimately to deliver preclinical evidence for future clinical testing.

Key Responsibilities

• With minimal guidance, independently develops preclinical (i.e., in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo) translational models of various skin and/or hair disorders using state-of-the-art methodologies
• Evaluates therapeutic candidates in preclinical models for evidence of potential efficacy in order to advance for future clinical testing
• Independently analyzes, interprets, and presents experimental data
• Adherence to good research practices and laboratory e-notebook maintenance

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. (with 5–8 years experience) or M.S. (with 3–5 years experience) in biology, molecular and cellular immunology, or a related biological area
• Experience in an academic institute or pharmaceutical industry preferred
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position

Additional Preferences

• Extensive research experience in skin and hair biology, particularly working with 3D skin/hair models
• Understand and have experience with in vivo skin quality and hair growth models
• Experience/familiarity with histology/IF, transcriptomics, proteomics, and flow cytometry methods

Pay

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $71,250 – $187,000.

Benefits

• Full-time equivalent employees will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance)
• Comprehensive benefit program including eligibility to participate in a 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)