Advisor — Synthetic Chemist / Peptide Therapeutics (indianapolis)

Lilly

Indianapolis, Indiana, US
Base: $126,000 - $204,600; bonus/equity: compyny b...
Ph.d. in chemistry or biochemistry
Hands-on peptide synthesis expertise
Bioconjugation chemistry experience
The role involves leading hands-on research to design, synthesize, and optimize therapeutic peptides and bioconjugates from concept through clinical candidate selection

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading hands-on research to design, synthesize, and optimize therapeutic peptides and bioconjugates from concept through clinical candidate selection.
  • Candidates will integrate knowledge across peptide chemistry and pharmaceutical developability to drive structure-activity relationship strategies and propose creative solutions.
  • Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension, and a company bonus based on performance.

Matching Summary

The role involves leading hands-on research to design, synthesize, and optimize therapeutic peptides and bioconjugates from concept through clinical candidate selection.

Salary

Base: $126,000 - $204,600; Bonus/Equity: Company bonus depending on performance; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension, vacation, wellness programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in chemistry or biochemistry
  • Hands-on peptide synthesis expertise
  • Bioconjugation chemistry experience
  • Structure-activity relationship (SAR) execution
  • 0-3 years industry experience

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with macrocyclic peptides
  • Mentoring junior scientists
  • Knowledge of mRNA display platforms
  • Computational peptide design skills
  • Strong communication and presentation skills

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or related field
  • 0–3 years of biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry experience
  • Demonstrated publication or patent record in synthetic chemistry

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