Senior/ Advisor – Peptide Process Development

Eli Lilly

Hyderabad, India
Phd in biochemistry chemistry or chemical engineering
12+ years industry experience in peptide chemistry
Gmp compliance and regulatory knowledge
The role leads technical aspects of drug substance manufacturing including process optimization and technical transfers

Job Summary

  • The role leads technical aspects of drug substance manufacturing including process optimization and technical transfers.
  • Lilly is investing over $1 billion to establish a Manufacturing and Quality technical hub in Hyderabad.
  • Candidates must ensure processes are compliant, capable, and maintained in a validated state according to US and global regulations.

Matching Summary

The role leads technical aspects of drug substance manufacturing including process optimization and technical transfers.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Biochemistry Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
  • 12+ years industry experience in peptide chemistry
  • GMP compliance and regulatory knowledge
  • Process optimization and technical transfer leadership
  • Post-launch technical agenda management

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication and coaching skills
  • Experience with external influence in peptide space
  • First principles understanding of peptide stability
  • Ability to manage junior scientists and engineers

Key Requirements

  • PhD in scientific disciplines (Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering)
  • 12+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Expertise in peptide chemistry and manufacturing

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