Advisor – Radiochemistry & Radiopharmaceutical Development

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Company: Eli Lilly and Company

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.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$121,500 – $198,000

Responsibilities:

The Senior Advisor is expected to collaboratively contribute to internal research efforts and team goals. Responsibilities include developing radiochemistry processes, providing research radiolabeled compound in support of lead discovery programs and developing phase appropriate (e.g., eIND, IND, MA) radiopharmaceutical manufacturing processes.

• Develop radiochemistry processes to enable the radiosynthesis of the compounds for use in internal/external lead discovery programs.
• Produce research or development radiopharmaceutical batches in accordance with cGXPs as needed.
• Develop analytical testing method to characterize research radiopharmaceutical batches.
• Author applicable laboratory notebook entry, procedures, development reports, manuscripts for publication in journals and patents.
• Train external partners (e.g. CMO) on internal manufacturing processes, and if needed, adapt external partner’s setups to accommodate internal manufacturing processes.
• Provide onsite/remote technical support to external partners.
• Maintain currency with applicable global cGMP regulations and industry standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements

• Master’s degree in chemistry or related scientific field with minimum of 8 years of experience in research and/or development, or Ph.D. degree in chemistry or related scientific field.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Working and rudimentary maintenance knowledge of HPLC and related analytical techniques such as LC/MS, and NMR is required
• Proficient in working with radiosynthesizer is desirable
• Experience in working in relevant disruptive technologies (e.g., automation, 3D printing, robotics, AI/ML) is desirable
• Basic knowledge of databases, programming and experience in software developing a plus
• Functional Knowledge of GMPs and applicable FDA, EMA, Health Canada, USP, ICH and PDA guidelines
• Requires repeatedly lifting up/moving radioactive material shielding of up to 50 pounds
• Proven ability to work independently in a highly focused manner while working on multiple priorities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven track record on working in a collaborative environment
• Proven record of exploring and championing innovative solutions
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Additional Information:

• May require travel domestic and international (10-20%) of the time
• Requires wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel toed safety shoes

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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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