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Eli Lilly and Company

Advisor – Mixed Modality Scientist, Oligonucleotide – Process Translation and Execution

Eli Lilly and Company

. Set strategy and technical direction for oligonucleotide process transfers across programs .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeLebanon • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $130,500 - $211,200 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in oligonucleotide process development, including synthesis, purification, and scale-up methodologies, while ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor scientists, and drive process improvements through data analysis and strategic recommendations.

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Oligonucleotide Process DevelopmentSynthesis And Purification TechniquesCGMP ComplianceAnalytical Techniques (HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS, GC)Technical Documentation Management

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Hard Skills
Oligonucleotide SynthesisPreparative ChromatographyTFF (Tangential Flow Filtration)LyophilizationRoot Cause AnalysisProcess Scale-UpBatch Record CreationData AnalysisProcess QuantificationAseptic Processing
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsProject LeadershipTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingAbility To Manage Ambiguity
Tools & Technologies
Larger Sized ReactorsPreparative ColumnsAnalytical EquipmentProcess Engineering ToolsDefinitive Lab Trials
Industry Keywords
Biopharmaceutical ManufacturingProcess EngineeringTechnical ServicesOligonucleotide Unit OperationsCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Set strategy and technical direction for oligonucleotide process transfers across programs
  • Serve as escalation point for complex troubleshooting and technology adoption decisions
  • Define scale-up approach for synthesis and purification methods from early-phase process R&D
  • Serve as technical authority on oligonucleotide unit operations, including solid phase synthesis, preparative chromatography, TFF, and lyophilization
  • Partner with safety and process engineering leadership to shape procedure evaluation standards and approve high-risk or novel procedures
  • Translate analytical data into strategic technical recommendations for program and site leadership
  • Represent process chemistry and technical challenges to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Set standards for plant readiness assessment across synthesis, cleavage, purification, TFF, and lyophilization
  • Establish frameworks for use-tests and Definitive Lab Trials confirming plant readiness
  • Own technical quality and consistency of documentation, including tech transfer plans, SOPs, batch records, campaign summary reports, and deviation reports
  • Drive site-wide process improvement and adoption of new technologies or procedures
  • Lead complex process investigations and CAPAs
  • Partner with CMC, Product R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality leadership
  • Mentor principal and senior scientists and inform PTE training standards

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, or a related discipline
  • B.S. with 20+ years, M.S. with 15+ years, or Ph.D. with 2+ years of experience in Oligonucleotide Product/Process Development, Manufacturing Technical Services, or related functional roles
  • Strong knowledge of oligonucleotide process, including synthesis, cleavage & deprotection, chromatography, conjugation, and aseptic processing
  • Ability to analyze data, perform root cause analysis, and resolve complex technical challenges
  • Understanding of biopharmaceutical manufacturing principles and cGMP requirements
  • Success in cross-functional, dynamic, and matrixed environments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical report writing, presentations, and team collaboration
  • Experience leading small projects, coordinating activities, and managing timelines
  • Experience with oligo synthesis and purification techniques used for developing and scaling-up process reactions
  • Comfort working with larger sized reactors and preparative columns, TFF, and related equipment
  • Experience creating batch records and conducting scale-up experiments according to those records
  • Ability to prioritize multiple activities and manage ambiguity
  • Experience with analytical techniques including HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS, and GC
  • Process quantification and acquiring mass balance for products and by-products
  • Ability to work in manufacturing and laboratory environments

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Company bonus depending in part on company and individual performance
  • Company-sponsored 401(k)
  • Pension
  • Vacation benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
  • Flexible benefits, including healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance and death benefits
  • Time off and leave of absence benefits
  • Well-being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities