Sr. Principal Associate for Analytical Quality Assurance - Foundry
Eli Lilly and Company
August 24, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Indianapolis, IN)
Worldwide
Operations
Role: Senior Principal Associate in Analytical Quality Assurance supporting Lilly's new Medicine Foundry, focusing on ensuring laboratory activities meet cGMP standards during design, construction, and operational phases. Responsibilities: oversee analytical testing activities, qualification and validation of methods and instruments, manage quality documentation, lead compliance projects, and facilitate quality system implementation. Requirements: Bachelor's in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or related field, with at least 5 years' laboratory and QA experience in pharma, including analytical method development and validation; familiarity with GMP expectations. Preferred: experience managing in dynamic environments, cross-industry networking, process innovation, and coaching skills. HighValue: role supports manufacturing and development of innovative medicines at a pioneering integrated research and manufacturing facility; involves GMP testing, analytical development, qualification, and compliance oversight during early-stage facility build-out. Collaboration: work with Lilly quality organizations and external partners. Location: initial at Carmel, Indiana, transitioning to the new Foundry in Lebanon, Indiana. Travel: not specified.