Post-Doctoral Scientist — Technical Services/Manufacturing Science (TS/MS)

Role: Post-Doctoral Scientist in Lilly's Technical Services/Manufacturing Sciences, focusing on ensuring process reliability and compliance in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Responsibilities include developing and optimizing drug processes, understanding peptide and biomolecule stability, designing experiments, supporting scale-up activities, documenting work, mentoring staff, and participating in technology transfer. Requirements: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or related field; experience in bioproduct manufacturing, process development, or related scientific research; strong problem-solving, communication, and independent working skills. Preferred: knowledge of organic chemistry, stability of peptides and biomolecules, and process characterization methods. High-value specifics: biologics, peptides, or biomolecules in parenteral drug development; focus on process robustness, cGMP compliance, and regulatory understanding. Collaboration involves cross-functional teams within Lilly’s manufacturing environment. Work setup: fixed-term, two-year position with potential extension, travel 0-10%, located in Indianapolis. The role provides opportunities for career growth within Lilly’s pharmaceutical manufacturing and process development domains.