Scientist - Quality Assurance

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Position Overview:

Lilly is actively growing its manufacturing footprint globally to meet the needs of patients and deliver on our exciting future.  As a result, Lilly is looking for experienced Quality Assurance Scientist to support our growth in Research Triangle Park (Raleigh-Durham North Carolina) state-of-the-art facility production site. This is an outstanding opportunity to deliver on new manufacturing investments and new pioneering technologies.

The Scientist-QA assures patients worldwide of safe and efficacious drug and device products, through effective quality oversight of site activities.

Responsibilities:

The Scientist-QA for the Parenteral team provides oversight of the formulation or filling operations using isolator technology or visual inspection processes, assists and guidance to issues such as non-conformance investigations, change control proposals, procedures / master formula revisions, validations, sterility assurance, commissioning, and qualification activities. In addition, cross-train in the visual inspection area to support collaborative quality and production team environment.  The Scientist-QA position is essential for maintaining GMP compliance and providing support during preparation for pre-approval/general inspections by various regulatory agencies. 

• Support the site in the development and execution of the site readiness plan with focus on supporting operations process and startup of new systems.
• Effectively review/approve GMP documents to ensure quality attributes are met (i.e.: Non-conformances, procedures, protocols, specifications, and change controls).
• Active on local process teams or indirect participation through project support activities
• Lead, mentor, and coach operations and support personnel on quality matters.
• Ability to assess and triage deviations / observations that occur within Drug product formulation, filling and visual inspection processes.
• Provides guidance in operational areas to ensure robust Quality Systems and GMP compliance.
• Support project and process improvement initiatives for Plant Process Teams as representative of the Quality function.
• As applicable, approve commissioning qualification / validation documents for equipment to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Liaison with Lilly support groups and external partners to resolve or provide advice on product related issues. 
• Participate in self-led inspections and provide support during internal / external regulatory inspections.
• Responsible for adhering to safety rules and maintaining a safe work environment for yourself and others by supporting HSE corporate and site goals.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in a Science or Engineering related.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in GMP facility.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of aseptic manufacturing process, isolator technology, visual inspection, and Quality Systems.
• Ability to make technical decisions, provide guidance to the site and lead others.
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team.
• Root cause analysis/troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to maintain quality systems.
• Previous regulatory inspection readiness and inspection execution experience.
• Proficiency with Manufacturing Execution Systems (PMX or similar), Inventory Management Systems (SAP or similar), Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Deviation Management Systems (TrackWise), Change Management.
• CQA certification from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) or CSQA Experience.
• Proficiency with computer systems including Microsoft office products.
• Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team to resolve issues.

Additional Information:

• Support for 24/7 manufacturing operations.

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

$65,250 - $169,400

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, 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; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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