TSMS- Scientist, Upstream

Overview

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve.

This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.

Scientist Upstream - Technical Services/Manufacturing Sciences (TS/MS)

As our biologics pipeline continues to expand, Eli Lilly & Company has invested in a state-of-the-art new facility in Richmond, VA. To support this GMP manufacturing facility and ensure a safe and successful start-up, we are seeking talented individuals to contribute to establishing Lilly Richmond as a reliable supplier of our medicines and furthering our goal of making a difference to people’s lives.

• Provide technical support for introducing and supporting upstream cell culture manufacturing processes from startup through routine operations.
• Provide technical expertise for laboratory startup activities including design, instrument procurement and qualification in supporting upstream operations.
• Develop laboratory-scale models for upstream operations and contribute to data-driven problem solving.
• Work to continuously improve process efficiency by implementing new technologies and process improvements, and support investigations.
• Leverage data analytics, process analytical technology (PAT), and laboratory-scale models to drive process improvement for the facility.
• Author scientific reports and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements.

• Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience within the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No visa sponsorship is provided for this role.

• Master of Science in Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrated technical capability with high productivity.
• Self-starter with initiative and data-driven problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to different environments and teams.

• Onsite
• 8-hour day role; occasional evening or weekend support may be required.

Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and provides reasonable accommodation in the application process for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to submit a resume, please contact the recruitment team for assistance.

• Compensation:
  Actual pay will depend on education, experience, and location. The anticipated wage range is $66,000–$116,600.
• Full-time employees may be eligible for a company bonus and a comprehensive benefits program, including 401(k), health benefits, and well-being programs.