Advisor Process Chemistry SMDD

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SMDD is a critical function within Lilly Product Research & Development (PRD) responsible for the development of synthetic drug substances and drug products from the pre-clinical phase through commercialization. Our scientists and engineers develop innovative technical and business solutions to advance a dynamic portfolio that includes small molecules, peptides, oligonucleotides, and other emerging therapeutic modalities. By encouraging a hardworking, culturally diverse workforce that exhibits deep technical expertise, SMDD delivers on these responsibilities and helps bring the next generation of life-changing medicines to patients!

Within SMDD, process chemistry is crucial to establishing a robust and sustainable supply chain of the synthetic active ingredients that make up Lilly's portfolio. We seek to use the best technologies to solve problems, and we endeavor to continuously improve the way we develop and manufacture therapeutic molecules. The Advisor, Process Chemistry will help deliver innovative technical solutions, enabling deeper understanding of processes and products across our diverse portfolio.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep technical expertise and training in modern synthetic chemistry and use this knowledge to challenge the status quo and drive solutions to the most important scientific problems, in a fast-paced environment. Additionally, this individual will have a demonstrated track record of novel contributions to chemical design and mechanism-based problem solving as part of project driven goals such as synthesis of complex molecules and/or methodology development.

Position responsibilities:

* Establish a productive laboratory program by personally conducting and managing internal and external research plans.

* Thrive at the interface between disciplines and be able to quickly move from one scientific challenge to another while navigating ambiguity.

* Embrace and celebrate diversity by using a relevant but unique background and set of experiences to contribute new ideas and thoughts to deliver solutions for a multidisciplinary team.

* Strong communication (oral, written), organizational, and leadership skills.

* Demonstrate learning agility across modalities (small molecule, peptide, and oligonucleotide). Develop new synthetic routes using modern technologies, including continuous processing, automated reaction screening, and computational chemistry.

* Help drive and develop the commercial manufacturing strategy and collaborate with manufacturing partners to deliver robust chemical processes that are ultimately suitable for large-scale manufacturing.

* Engage externally through presentations and publications. Identify, partner, and develop chemistry innovations to complement existing capabilities and areas of focus and incorporate these innovations across the portfolio of assets.

Basic Qualifications:

* PhD in organic chemistry

Additional Skills/Preferences :

* Use of strong interpersonal skills for collaboration

* Demonstrated self-initiative and appropriate risk-taking

* Ability to learn and apply technical knowledge to meet changing project needs

* Ability to prioritize multiple activities and handle ambiguity

Additional Information:

* Potential exposure to chemicals, allergens, and loud noises

* Travel: 0 to 10%

* This position is located in the heart of Indianapolis, IN at our Lilly Technology Center-North (LTC-N)

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