• The candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of biological assays
• The candidate will be expected to communicate results effectively in presentation and written reports, and to participate in cross-functional teams

Basic Qualifications

• PhD Degree in Molecular Biology, Immunology, biochemistry, Bioanalytical chemistry or related field with 3+ years’ experience in pharma/Biotech industry, or an MS with 10+ years’ experience in pharma/Biotech industry
• Demonstrated experience in elucidating mechanism of action of molecules, understanding gene expression control, signal transduction pathways in fields on oncology, immunology, neurobiology or endocrinology.
• Extensive hands-on experience in potency assay development. (reporter gene assays, proliferation assays, effector function assays, other fluorescence and luminescence based assays)

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with automation such as liquid handlers, FACS, Biacore is a plus. Experience with statistical analysis of bioassays using softwares such as SoftMAX pro, PLA2.0, JMP (SAS)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to meet specific goals.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work with external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to train and supervise other scientists.
• Understanding of GMP quality systems.
• Knowledge about FDA/EMA regulations on potency assay development.
• Understanding of antibody and protein drug development and analytical control strategies

Additional Information

Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Removal Date
30-Nov-2014