What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior/Principal Chemist position at BioSpace?
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$63,000 - $162,800
We are seeking a creative and dynamic chemist to join our fast-paced, interdisciplinary team passionate about delivering innovative technical solutions and enabling deeper understanding of processes and products related to oligonucleotide-based medicines with the potential to cure diseases. The ideal candidate will apply their knowledge and technical expertise to improve core capabilities and contribute to the development of oligonucleotide-based clinical candidates. If you are passionate about innovative chemistry in oligonucleotide process development and eager to make a positive impact on patients’ lives, we want you on our team!
Responsibilities
Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and help our company develop talented individuals for future leadership roles. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, African American Network, Chinese Culture Network, Early Career Professionals, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinos at Lilly, PRIDE (LGBTQ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network, Women’s Network, Working and Living with Disabilities. Learn more about all of our groups.
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
#WeAreLilly
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$63,000 - $162,800
We are seeking a creative and dynamic chemist to join our fast-paced, interdisciplinary team passionate about delivering innovative technical solutions and enabling deeper understanding of processes and products related to oligonucleotide-based medicines with the potential to cure diseases. The ideal candidate will apply their knowledge and technical expertise to improve core capabilities and contribute to the development of oligonucleotide-based clinical candidates. If you are passionate about innovative chemistry in oligonucleotide process development and eager to make a positive impact on patients’ lives, we want you on our team!
Responsibilities
- Synthesize and analyze highly modified oligonucleotides to drive project progress efficiently
- Take the lead in prioritizing and implementing proactive safety practices to foster an effective laboratory culture.
- Independently troubleshoot and resolve synthetic challenges in the lab, improving existing workflow
- Maintain a productive laboratory environment, including operating and maintaining oligonucleotide synthesizers and other scientific equipment
- Collaborate with chemists and scientists from various disciplines in a team-oriented environment, focusing on experimental execution and achieving shared project objectives.
- Review relevant chemical and scientific literature to apply new strategies and techniques.
- Accurately document experimental procedures and communicate findings through presentations and written reports.
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related scientific fields with 5 years of experience, or Master’s degree in chemistry or a related scientific fields with 2 years of experience.
- Experience in solid-phase oligonucleotide synthesis using and trouble-shooting auto‐ mated solid-phase synthesizers and optimizing synthetic protocols and reaction schemas.
- Experience in the optimization of purification protocols for oligonucleotide
- Experience with analytical and physiochemical characterization of oligonucleotides (e.g., mass spectrometry, separation techniques and other biophysical/biochemical techniques).
- Excellent record keeping and communication skills.
- Confident, execution-focused, and team oriented with the ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.
Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and help our company develop talented individuals for future leadership roles. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, African American Network, Chinese Culture Network, Early Career Professionals, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinos at Lilly, PRIDE (LGBTQ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network, Women’s Network, Working and Living with Disabilities. Learn more about all of our groups.
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
#WeAreLilly
Salary : $63,000 - $162,800
