Job Summary

• Eli Lilly and Company seeks a Sr. Scientist (R1-R2) to design, execute, and analyze high-throughput in vitro screening and evaluation of oligonucleotide therapeutics, supporting early-phase drug discovery programs.
• The role involves developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting qPCR, cell-based, and biochemical assays, applying bioinformatics and statistical methods, and enhancing laboratory efficiency through semi-automated workflows.
• Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including 401(k), pension, medical, dental, vision, flexible benefits, life insurance, and well-being benefits, along with a supportive and inclusive work culture.

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Salary

Base: $71,250.00 - $187,000.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: Company bonus eligibility depending on performance; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, pension, 401(k), flexible benefits, life insurance, and well-being programs

Skills & Requirements

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related STEM field
• 2 years academic or employment experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology research
• 1 year experience with mammalian cell culture techniques
• 1 year experience in assay development and troubleshooting
• 1 year experience using statistical and data analysis software
• 1 year experience maintaining electronic laboratory notebooks
• 1 year experience working in cross-functional teams
• 6 months experience with in vitro/vivo endpoint development and analysis
• 6 months experience with semi-automated or automated laboratory workflows

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