Director/Sr. Director – Women’s Health, Osteoporosis,
Eli Lilly and Company
August 16, 2026
Remote friendly (Indianapolis, IN)
United States
Marketing
Position: Senior Director – Osteoporosis, Women’s Health (Boston, MA or Indianapolis, IN)
Position Summary
- Scientific/strategic leader for osteoporosis preclinical discovery; define, implement, and evolve Lilly’s preclinical discovery strategy.
- Drive integration of human biology, translational science, and preclinical models from target identification through early clinical translation, using decision-enabling data.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and lead an innovative lab to identify/validate osteoporosis targets/pathways.
- Define preclinical discovery strategy (target discovery/validation/prioritization frameworks, experimental approaches, decision criteria).
- Drive portfolio prioritization (differentiation, risk, regulatory/clinical alignment).
- Build/evolve preclinical and translational capabilities (internal/external); shape external collaborations (academia, CROs, BD).
- Lead osteoporosis discovery programs and end-to-end experimental strategies (in vitro, ex vivo, in vivo).
- Define translational approaches (biomarkers, PK/PD) and ensure clinical differentiation (bone density, bone strength, microarchitecture).
- Serve as biology lead on cross-functional teams; influence decisions to accelerate progression.
- Lead collaborations; maintain scientific leadership through publications/presentations.
- Recruit, supervise, mentor, and develop scientists.
Basic Qualifications
- Ph.D. in a relevant subject area.
- Minimum 10 years relevant experience (academia/industry/related).
Additional Preferences
- Deep osteoporosis/skeletal biology expertise (bone remodeling) and post-doc plus 10 years experience.
- Track record in drug discovery (target to preclinical development) and shaping discovery strategy/portfolio decisions.
- Strong in vitro/ex vivo/in vivo osteoporosis models; experience building capabilities/platforms/external collaborations.
- Strong cross-functional leadership and scientific communication; passion for women’s health unmet needs.
Benefits
- Company bonus (depending on company/individual performance) and comprehensive benefits including 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision/prescription coverage, flexible benefits, life insurance, time off/leave, and well-being benefits (EAP, fitness, clubs/activities).
Position Summary
- Scientific/strategic leader for osteoporosis preclinical discovery; define, implement, and evolve Lilly’s preclinical discovery strategy.
- Drive integration of human biology, translational science, and preclinical models from target identification through early clinical translation, using decision-enabling data.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and lead an innovative lab to identify/validate osteoporosis targets/pathways.
- Define preclinical discovery strategy (target discovery/validation/prioritization frameworks, experimental approaches, decision criteria).
- Drive portfolio prioritization (differentiation, risk, regulatory/clinical alignment).
- Build/evolve preclinical and translational capabilities (internal/external); shape external collaborations (academia, CROs, BD).
- Lead osteoporosis discovery programs and end-to-end experimental strategies (in vitro, ex vivo, in vivo).
- Define translational approaches (biomarkers, PK/PD) and ensure clinical differentiation (bone density, bone strength, microarchitecture).
- Serve as biology lead on cross-functional teams; influence decisions to accelerate progression.
- Lead collaborations; maintain scientific leadership through publications/presentations.
- Recruit, supervise, mentor, and develop scientists.
Basic Qualifications
- Ph.D. in a relevant subject area.
- Minimum 10 years relevant experience (academia/industry/related).
Additional Preferences
- Deep osteoporosis/skeletal biology expertise (bone remodeling) and post-doc plus 10 years experience.
- Track record in drug discovery (target to preclinical development) and shaping discovery strategy/portfolio decisions.
- Strong in vitro/ex vivo/in vivo osteoporosis models; experience building capabilities/platforms/external collaborations.
- Strong cross-functional leadership and scientific communication; passion for women’s health unmet needs.
Benefits
- Company bonus (depending on company/individual performance) and comprehensive benefits including 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision/prescription coverage, flexible benefits, life insurance, time off/leave, and well-being benefits (EAP, fitness, clubs/activities).