Advisor, Senior – Synthetic Molecule Process Chemistry

Eli Lilly and Company

. Provide technical oversight of key process development activities at a strategic Indian contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) .

Posted 10/4/2026full-timeHyderabad • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep technical expertise in modern synthetic chemistry and process development, with a strong focus on error-free scale-up and digital technology transfer. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and locations while promoting scientific excellence and compliance.

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Ph.D. In Organic Chemistry8+ Years Of Experience In Process ChemistryExpertise In Continuous ProcessingExperience With Automated Reaction ScreeningProven Track Record In Chemical Design

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Hard Skills

Synthetic ChemistryProcess DevelopmentError-Free Scale-UpExperiment DesignReaction Condition OptimizationComputational ChemistryDigital Technology TransferAdvanced ModellingChemical DesignMechanism-Based Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsSelf-InitiativeRisk-TakingAbility To Navigate AmbiguityCollaboration Across Time Zones

Industry Keywords

Contract Development And Manufacturing OrganizationManufacturing Raw MaterialsDrug SubstancesAnalytical DevelopmentClinical Trial Material SupplyScientific ExcellenceCollaborationSafetyComplianceValue Chain

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical oversight of key process development activities at a strategic Indian contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO)
Act as the technical bridge between Lilly scientists and the CDMO
Review and influence CDMO strategies
Ensure alignment with Lilly requirements
Escalate risks and develop mitigation plans
Deliver technical solutions enabling deeper understanding of processes and products across the portfolio
Develop new synthetic routes using modern technologies, including continuous processing and automated reaction screening
Understand interactions between chemistry and equipment for manufacturing raw materials, intermediates, and drug substances
Develop robust processes capable of error-free scale-up for reliable clinical trial material supply
Deploy digital tools for advanced modelling and seamless digital technology transfer
Design and analyse experiments to deepen process understanding and optimize reaction conditions
Collaborate with analytical development scientists and manufacturing engineers to translate processes from bench to pilot plant scale
Collaborate with diverse groups across the value chain and multiple locations
Document all work appropriately
Coach and mentor peers and other scientists
Promote a culture of scientific excellence, collaboration, safety, and compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. in scientific disciplines of Organic Chemistry/Chemistry
Ph.D/Post Doc in Chemistry, focusing more on process chemistry
8+ years of experience
Deep technical expertise and training in modern synthetic chemistry
Demonstrated track record of original contributions to chemical design and mechanism-based problem solving for synthesis of complex molecules and/or methodology development
Ability to learn across small molecules, peptides, and oligonucleotides
Experience with continuous processing, automated reaction screening, and computational chemistry collaboration
Understanding of scientific principles for manufacturing raw materials, intermediates, and drug substances
Experience developing robust processes capable of error-free scale-up
Experience deploying digital tools for advanced modelling and digital technology transfer
Ability to design and analyse experiments and optimize reaction conditions
Collaboration with analytical development scientists and manufacturing engineers
Proven track record working with diverse groups across the value chain and in multiple locations
Ability to navigate ambiguity and move between scientific challenges
Ability to document work appropriately
Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration
Self-initiative and appropriate risk-taking
Ability to prioritize multiple activities and handle ambiguity
Potential exposure to chemicals, allergens, and loud noises
Ability to accommodate collaboration across multiple time zones

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work hours flexibility to accommodate collaboration across multiple time zones
Travel: up to 20%. Mainly domestic. Occasionally international.
Disability accommodation support during the application process