Associate Chemist / Biochemist

Role Summary

Associate Chemist / Biochemist at Protomer, a Lilly Research Laboratories group focused on discovery and development of therapeutics. The role involves assisting senior chemists with synthesis, bioconjugation, purification, and characterization of compounds of interest in a fast-paced research setting.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior scientist to accomplish team objectives and research milestones
• Purify and characterize compounds using HPLC, FPLC, and various biochemical methods
• Introduce and maintain innovative technologies with respect to peptide therapeutics, including developing and implementing assays and maintaining critical instruments
• Perform data analysis. Critically evaluate data and results and troubleshoot experiments
• Demonstrable ability to function independently, work within a team-oriented lab environment, and work within cross-functional project teams
• Maintain accurate record keeping, perform independent data analysis, and report data in written and oral formats and retain excellent electronic lab notes
• Perform work in compliance with Lilly Research Policies

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering with working knowledge of standard biochemistry or chemistry lab techniques

Additional Skills

• Academic or industry research experience
• Proven ability to work in a flexible, team-oriented environment
• Experience with standard biochemistry techniques
• Strong communication skills and experience presenting data in a team environment
• Strong relationship-building and interaction skills with peers and management