Lilly

Scientist-TS/MS

Puerto Rico, Carolina Full time

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.

We are seeking a hardworking post-doctoral scientist with outstanding research skills to contribute to research projects at Lilly. This role will focus on the process development/continuous improvement of the purification processes of E coli derived protein therapeutics.  If you are a passionate multidisciplinary scientist, consider applying this exciting role.

Process Development Scientist is a fixed term position post-doctoral assignment intended to support technical operations at Eli Lilly’s state of the arts PR05 Insulin Manufacturing Facility located in Carolina, Puerto Rico.  The position will provide technical and scientific leadership to support the technical agenda through the design and execution of experiments that exploit the usage of laboratory models for the continuous improvement of the purification process. We're looking for a self-directed and highly motivated individual who wants to learn new techniques while continually pursuing research and publication goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The post-doctoral Process Development Scientist will be responsible for: Playing a leadership role in the design of experiments, and the development and usage of laboratory models suitable for optimizing Insulin purification operations;  promoting deep technical excellence and scientific understanding throughout the TS/MS organization;  driving and prioritizing productivity improvements through bench scale experimentation; ensuring successful technical transfers and providing technical support for the purification process; partnering and networking with the Indianapolis and PR TS/MS organization and the multidisciplinary Process Team to troubleshoot and improve the capability of purification processes; executing with  good documentation and laboratory practices; and promoting and modeling by example compliance to GLPs, health, safety and environmental regulations.

During the experience, you will be able to:

  • Gain hands-on experience on the operation of equipment and instrumentation used for the modeling of commercial protein purification processes. 
  • Solidify analytical skills on U/HPLC technologies, pharmaceutical data handling and process analytic applications.
  • Interact with multidisciplinary teams supporting manufacturing operations and familiarize yourself with career opportunities for professionals sharing your background in our manufacturing organization.
  •  Expand your experience based on enhanced competitiveness in the pharmaceutical job market.

Basic Qualifications

  • PhD in a life science related field (Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or Bioengineering).
  • Research experience using laboratory scale chromatographic and filtration systems is preferred. Demonstrated strong scientific and technical knowledge in protein purification, protein characterization and material characterization techniques, statistical data analysis, technical writing and project management.
  • Computer literate
  • Teamwork oriented
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with other parts of the organization and across multiple levels are essential
  • Compliance mindset and sound judgment
  • Flexibility is required to provide technical support and continuity to a 24/7 process operation
  • Candidate must also be willing to travel

Important Notice: In order to maintain the excellent reputation of our company, the quality of our products, and the safety of our working environment, the company will take all reasonable measures to ensure that drug abuse by employees or other persons does not jeopardize the safety of our operations or the quality of our products or adversely affect in any way the company or its employees. The company recognizes that drug use both on and off the job can be detrimental to the company and its efforts to provide a drug-free workplace. Even if prescribed under a state medical marijuana law, marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Marijuana is considered unauthorized by Lilly.

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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

$52,500 - $154,000

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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