Sr. Scientist / Principal Scientist, Global Sample Management

Role: Senior/Principal Scientist in Global Sample Management (GSM), responsible for executing daily sample operations, optimizing workflows, and ensuring data integrity for drug discovery samples. Responsibilities include managing manual and automated sample handling, supporting instrument qualification, troubleshooting, and developing SOPs and governance documentation. Acts as a scientific partner with project teams, building relationships across discovery functions, and overseeing sample registration, inventory, and compliance, including controlled substances. Qualifications: BS/MS in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutics, Informatics, or related field; 3-5+ years in laboratory, sample management, or data stewardship; hands-on experience with LIMS, automated liquid handling, and high-throughput environments. Skills: strong organizational abilities, data quality focus, troubleshooting expertise, proficiency in SQL and cheminformatics, familiarity with high-potency and controlled substances handling. High-value: Onsite position based in Indianapolis, IN; laboratory setting; physical handling of diverse material types; supporting critical sample workflows for early-stage drug discovery. The role emphasizes operational excellence, scientific collaboration, and continuous process improvement to accelerate molecular discovery.