Senior Analytical Scientist – Analytical Sciences and Technology

Eli Lilly and Company

. Support synthetic and biologic drug substance processes from process transfer through scale-up, optimization, and production .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeLebanon • United StatesSenior💰 $66,000 - $171,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analytical characterization and method development for synthetic and biologic drug substances, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects while driving innovation and change.

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HPLC/UPLCGCLC-MS/LC-HRMSAnalytical Method DevelopmentCGMP Compliance

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Hard Skills

Chromatographic SystemsSpectroscopic MethodsAnalytical CharacterizationMethod ValidationProcess Analytical Technology

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizational SkillsLeadership SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

NIRRamanUV/VisFTIR

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical DevelopmentGMP ManufacturingRegulatory SubmissionsQuality AssuranceTechnical Mentorship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support synthetic and biologic drug substance processes from process transfer through scale-up, optimization, and production
Transfer analytical methods from Product Research and Development laboratories and refine test methods for robustness, accuracy, and precision
Implement analytical and Process Analytical Technology strategies for drug substance production
Identify, develop, and deploy new technological solutions across site and network project teams
Plan and manage short- and long-term development activities, technical agendas, timelines, and resource allocation
Collaborate with development and manufacturing organizations to deliver material and information for clinical trials and regulatory submissions
Serve as a subject matter expert and technical mentor on experimental design, data interpretation, and problem-solving
Coordinate instrumentation across projects
Author, review, or approve SOPs, batch records, technology transfer reports, deviation reports, process flow diagrams, regulatory submissions, patents, and scientific papers
Present technical findings and project updates to ASAT and cross-functional teams
Ensure activities comply with development, quality, regulatory, HSE, GLP, and GMP requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Pharmaceutical Science, or a closely related STEM field, with at least 8 years of experience in analytical characterization using chromatographic systems coupled with various detectors; or an M.S. with at least 5 years of relevant analytical characterization experience
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Extensive experience with HPLC/UPLC, GC, LC-MS/LC-HRMS, and spectroscopic methods such as NIR, Raman, UV/Vis, and FTIR
Hands-on experience developing and validating analytical methods for synthetic and biologic drug substance, including method transfer into GMP manufacturing or QC operations
Experience supporting pharmaceutical development and transitioning analytical methods from development into manufacturing and commercial testing environments
Working knowledge of cGMP compliance requirements, with direct cGMP experience
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Ability to prioritize multiple activities and manage ambiguity
Demonstrated success in persuasion, influence, and negotiation
Ability to drive and embrace change in a dynamic environment
Good interpersonal and collaboration skills
0–10% travel required

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
Healthcare and 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