What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist, Materials Science and Physical Characterization position at Eli Lilly and Company?
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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
Main Purpose and Objectives of Position
The solid-state analytical scientists are responsible for the analytical efforts to support development and scale-up of investigational small molecules to support clinical trials and toxicology studies from Candidate Selection through late-stage clinical trials (Phase III). Through application of scientific training and relevant experience, the individual will be responsible for working with a team of scientists to develop a phase-appropriate analytical control strategy to support the development and commercialization of new drug candidates. The individual will apply their expertise in materials science and powder characterization to establish physical property control strategies for active pharmaceutical ingredients and drug products, provide solid-state characterization to support analytical investigations, and develop solutions for physical property and material science-related technical challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Understands and complies with corporate, divisional, and departmental procedures, including good manufacturing practices, safety, and other applicable regulations.
Participates in the design and development aspects of drug substance and / or drug product.
Properly documents development work and adequately maintains laboratory notebooks and records.
Utilizes solid-state instrumentation including X-ray powder diffraction (identification and quantitative), particle size analysis, surface area analysis, thermal analysis, optical microscopy, spectroscopy (e.g. FTIR and Raman), powder flow techniques, moisture sorption, and porosimetry techniques.
Strong working knowledge of SEM including SEM-EDS and sTEM preferred.
Establish solid-state analytical methodologies to support characterization of pharmaceutical powders and drug products.
Transfers and troubleshoots analytical methods to / at third party vendors.
Maintains an awareness of the proper use and maintenance of laboratory equipment in the development facility. Properly addresses safety and environmental issues.
Assist in innovating and helping to create novel solutions to difficult problems.
Assists in the preparation of appropriate portions of regulatory submissions.
Assists in preparation of technical reports or authors technical reports.
Establish effective networks with other engineers and scientists within and external to Lilly to leverage other capabilities for the department.
Develops plans and assists in setting group goals and timetables for project work. Communicates progress and proposed changes in project timetables, objectives, or direction. Communicates and collaborates with coworkers and management to meet project team goals and promote technical excellence.
Demonstrate the ability to identify scientific issues, make decisions and solve problems, both individually and with partners in functional groups.
Deliver timely, high-quality data and interpretations to drive key scientific solutions.
Document results in consistent and timely manner to protect Lilly's intellectual property, and provide valuable information to others internally or externally, as needed, to meet regulatory requirements.
Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
Prioritize tasks and activities to align with dynamic project and portfolio demands.
Proficient with Microsoft Office software programs. Experience with TA Instruments TRIOS, Malvern Mastersizer, Bruker EVA and DQuant, ThermoFisher OMNIC preferred.
Educational Requirements
B.S. or M.S. in a related field OR demonstrated equivalent experience in a related field of expertise.
Experience Requirements
Expertise in solid-state characterization and associated analytical techniques with 10 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry
Additional Information
Possible exposure to chemicals or allergens
Occasional travel 0-10%
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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.
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Salary : $63,000 - $162,800
