Senior Director, Immunometabolic Health, Immunology Research

Eli Lilly and Company

. Explore the biology of gut-brain axis hormones at the intersection of metabolism, neurobiology, and immunology .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $168,000 - $290,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the biology of gut-brain axis hormones and chronic immunologic diseases, with a strong focus on leading scientific teams and managing external collaborations. Proven ability to translate mechanistic insights into strategic initiatives within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.

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Ph.D. In ImmunologyExperience In Gut-Brain Axis HormonesTeam Leadership In Matrix EnvironmentCollaboration With External PartnersDrug Discovery And Development Experience

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Hard Skills

Biology Of Chronic Immunologic DiseasesData Generation And InterpretationScientific Strategy DevelopmentPeer Reviewed Manuscript AuthorshipDrug Discovery And DevelopmentAI Applications For BusinessDue Diligence In Business DevelopmentIn Vitro And In Vivo StudiesTranslational ResearchProject Review And Development Opportunities

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCollaboration And Team SpiritAttention To DetailCritical ThinkingFlexibility In Fast-Paced EnvironmentsOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnology IndustryImmunologyNeuroscienceImmunometabolismExternal InnovationBusiness DevelopmentMatrix Team LeadershipChronic DiseasesScientific Collaborations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Explore the biology of gut-brain axis hormones at the intersection of metabolism, neurobiology, and immunology
Develop and execute a scientific strategy spanning internal discovery workstreams and external scientific collaborations
Frame central biological questions and generate and interpret data across in vitro, in vivo, and human/translational systems
Translate mechanistic insight into a portfolio-relevant strategy
Build and lead a scientific team, including a matrixed, multi-disciplinary team prosecuting the science at the bench
Identify and manage key external collaborations supporting the scientific strategy
Provide scientific and operational leadership for lab-based partnership studies
Evaluate external opportunities and vet scientific and strategic fit of potential partnerships with External Innovation colleagues
Partner across research and development groups to communicate discovery biology activities with translational and clinical development teams
Help shape the Immunology scientific portfolio and develop talent through project review and identifying development opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. and relevant post-doctoral training in immunology, neuroscience, immunometabolism, or related field
8+ years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology companies
Experience in both gut-brain axis hormones and peptides, such as incretins and amylin, biology and the biology of chronic immunologic diseases, demonstrated through authoring peer reviewed manuscripts and/or patents
Experience collaborating with internal and external partners across geographies to build and advance strategies and deliver impactful business outcomes
Demonstrated ability to build high performing scientific teams and lead in a matrix environment with emphasis on innovation and teamwork
Proven ability to positively impact team culture and demonstrate flexibility in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and critical thinking in complex environments
Ability to prioritize work for teams and meet target timelines
Excellent interpersonal skills and collaboration/team spirit
Impeccable organizational skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in AI applications for business
Experience in external innovation, business development, and performing due diligence
Hands-on experience and demonstrated success in drug discovery and development working across multiple autoimmune diseases

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
Certain time off and leave of absence benefits
Well-being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities
Employee resource groups and support networks