Principal Scientist — Synthetic Chemist / Peptide Therapeutics (indianapolis)

Lilly

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Base: $65,250 - $169,400; bonus/equity: compyny bo...
Synthetic peptide chemistry expertise
Structure-activity relationship analysis
Hplc and mass spectrometry analysis
This lab-based position within the Peptide Therapeutics Team focuses on synthesizing and optimizing therapeutic peptides to advance drug discovery projects

Job Summary

  • This lab-based position within the Peptide Therapeutics Team focuses on synthesizing and optimizing therapeutic peptides to advance drug discovery projects.
  • The role requires a skilled scientist to analyze structure-activity relationships and make design recommendations that move candidates toward selection.
  • Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension, and various well-being benefits.

Matching Summary

This lab-based position within the Peptide Therapeutics Team focuses on synthesizing and optimizing therapeutic peptides to advance drug discovery projects.

Salary

Base: $65,250 - $169,400; Bonus/Equity: Company bonus eligible; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Synthetic peptide chemistry expertise
  • Structure-activity relationship analysis
  • HPLC and mass spectrometry analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with macrocyclic peptide synthesis
  • Familiarity with computational drug design methods
  • Background in small molecule or oligonucleotide chemistry

Key Requirements

  • B.S. in Chemistry with 5 years experience OR M.S. with 3 years
  • Comprehensive understanding of synthetic peptide or organic chemistry
  • Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis

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