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Overview
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. The Lilly Gene Therapy group is seeking an independent, self-motivated, and highly skilled scientist with a proven track record in designing, developing, and implementing methods and processes to improve mRNA and circRNA quality and production platform. This role will help build the company’s mRNA and circRNA production and technology exploration platform. The successful candidate will support R&D efforts within the company, focused on pre-clinical mRNA and circRNA production and exploration of therapeutic mRNA and circRNA optimization strategies. A deep technical background in RNA chemistry, mRNA synthesis, and mRNA purification are required. Strong organizational and communication skills, creative problem-solving, and flexibility are essential.
Job Responsibilities
Execute process development projects to establish mRNA and circRNA production capabilities at research to pre-clinical scales. Produce RNA samples to support internal and external collaborations. Design and perform routine biochemistry experiments, including in vitro transcription, purification, quality evaluation, etc. Collaborate with CMC and production teams to harmonize pre-clinical and clinical grade production technology and quality metrics. Develop and utilize strategies to synthesize and modify RNA molecules to achieve desired properties. Clearly communicate results and recommendations to collaborators, colleagues, managers, and senior management, leading project decision-making. Contribute to the company’s intellectual property portfolio by generating new ideas, recommending technical strategy, reading broadly in relevant fields, and diligently maintaining organized records.
Basic Qualifications
Ph.D. in Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related scientific discipline with 1+ years of academic or pharmaceutical industry experience in mRNA or circRNA process development. Alternatively, a Masters degree in those areas with 12+ years of relevant post-graduate work experience, or a Bachelors degree with 15+ years of relevant post-graduate work experience.
Additional Skills/Preferences
In-depth understanding and hands-on experience with RNA chemistry is required. Expertise with production and characterization of mRNA or circRNA molecules using state-of-the-art techniques is required. Expertise with different approaches for RNA modification and their application in mRNA or circRNA therapeutics is required. Experience and understanding of technical challenges with mRNA or circRNA as a therapeutic modality is required. Experience with several mRNA modalities (linear mRNA, saRNA, circRNA, etc.) is an advantage. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative work environment. User-level experience with automated liquid handlers is a plus. Familiarity with Design-of-Experiments (DOE) is a plus. Relevant publication record in academic and/or patent literature is a plus.
Equal Opportunity
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume, please complete the accommodation request form. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Compensation and Benefits
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $133,500 - $217,800. Full-time employees are eligible for a company bonus and a comprehensive benefits program, including a 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision benefits, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, time off, and well-being benefits. Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs.
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At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. The Lilly Gene Therapy group is seeking an independent, self-motivated, and highly skilled scientist with a proven track record in designing, developing, and implementing methods and processes to improve mRNA and circRNA quality and production platform. This role will help build the company’s mRNA and circRNA production and technology exploration platform. The successful candidate will support R&D efforts within the company, focused on pre-clinical mRNA and circRNA production and exploration of therapeutic mRNA and circRNA optimization strategies. A deep technical background in RNA chemistry, mRNA synthesis, and mRNA purification are required. Strong organizational and communication skills, creative problem-solving, and flexibility are essential.
Job Responsibilities
Execute process development projects to establish mRNA and circRNA production capabilities at research to pre-clinical scales. Produce RNA samples to support internal and external collaborations. Design and perform routine biochemistry experiments, including in vitro transcription, purification, quality evaluation, etc. Collaborate with CMC and production teams to harmonize pre-clinical and clinical grade production technology and quality metrics. Develop and utilize strategies to synthesize and modify RNA molecules to achieve desired properties. Clearly communicate results and recommendations to collaborators, colleagues, managers, and senior management, leading project decision-making. Contribute to the company’s intellectual property portfolio by generating new ideas, recommending technical strategy, reading broadly in relevant fields, and diligently maintaining organized records.
Basic Qualifications
Ph.D. in Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related scientific discipline with 1+ years of academic or pharmaceutical industry experience in mRNA or circRNA process development. Alternatively, a Masters degree in those areas with 12+ years of relevant post-graduate work experience, or a Bachelors degree with 15+ years of relevant post-graduate work experience.
Additional Skills/Preferences
In-depth understanding and hands-on experience with RNA chemistry is required. Expertise with production and characterization of mRNA or circRNA molecules using state-of-the-art techniques is required. Expertise with different approaches for RNA modification and their application in mRNA or circRNA therapeutics is required. Experience and understanding of technical challenges with mRNA or circRNA as a therapeutic modality is required. Experience with several mRNA modalities (linear mRNA, saRNA, circRNA, etc.) is an advantage. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative work environment. User-level experience with automated liquid handlers is a plus. Familiarity with Design-of-Experiments (DOE) is a plus. Relevant publication record in academic and/or patent literature is a plus.
Equal Opportunity
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume, please complete the accommodation request form. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Compensation and Benefits
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $133,500 - $217,800. Full-time employees are eligible for a company bonus and a comprehensive benefits program, including a 401(k), pension, vacation, medical/dental/vision benefits, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, time off, and well-being benefits. Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs.
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