Materials Science Solid State Lead-SMDD
Eli Lilly and Company
September 02, 2026
On-site
Indianapolis, IN
Operations
Responsibilities:
- Solid-form screening and characterization of novel small molecules, peptides, oligonucleotides, and intermediates.
- Scale up crystallization of small molecules and peptide fragments.
- Consult project teams on complex technical problems related to solid form assessment and particle properties.
- Apply solid-state principles to deliver new therapeutic modalities; continuous learning.
- Develop workflows for solid-state integration with automated data analysis.
- Document scientific results.
- Maintain laboratory area and instrumentation related to solid state and process crystallization.
- Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication.
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in a physical science (e.g., chemistry), pharmaceutics, or related discipline, or a Masters with 5+ years’ experience.
Additional Skills/Preferences:
- PhD with industry experience.
- Familiarity with solid-state analytical tools (e.g., XRPD, DSC, TGA, DVS, HPLC) and optionally crystallization instrumentation (e.g., Easymax, Crystal 16).
- Experience with solid form screening (crystallization, salt, and/or cocrystal screening) for pharmaceutical solids.
- Experience with scale-up crystallization of small molecules or peptides.
- Ability to balance multiple activities, prioritize evolving project needs, and handle ambiguity.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical solid-state science and its impact on drug product performance and manufacturing.
Benefits:
- Anticipated wage: $126,000–$204,600; eligibility for a company bonus; comprehensive benefits including 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision/prescription, flexible benefits, life insurance, time off/leave, and well-being benefits.
- Solid-form screening and characterization of novel small molecules, peptides, oligonucleotides, and intermediates.
- Scale up crystallization of small molecules and peptide fragments.
- Consult project teams on complex technical problems related to solid form assessment and particle properties.
- Apply solid-state principles to deliver new therapeutic modalities; continuous learning.
- Develop workflows for solid-state integration with automated data analysis.
- Document scientific results.
- Maintain laboratory area and instrumentation related to solid state and process crystallization.
- Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication.
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in a physical science (e.g., chemistry), pharmaceutics, or related discipline, or a Masters with 5+ years’ experience.
Additional Skills/Preferences:
- PhD with industry experience.
- Familiarity with solid-state analytical tools (e.g., XRPD, DSC, TGA, DVS, HPLC) and optionally crystallization instrumentation (e.g., Easymax, Crystal 16).
- Experience with solid form screening (crystallization, salt, and/or cocrystal screening) for pharmaceutical solids.
- Experience with scale-up crystallization of small molecules or peptides.
- Ability to balance multiple activities, prioritize evolving project needs, and handle ambiguity.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical solid-state science and its impact on drug product performance and manufacturing.
Benefits:
- Anticipated wage: $126,000–$204,600; eligibility for a company bonus; comprehensive benefits including 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision/prescription, flexible benefits, life insurance, time off/leave, and well-being benefits.