Director, Immunoassay-based Biomarker Discovery and Analysis - Neuroscience

divh2Job Title/h2pAt Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. Were looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world./ppDesign, development and validation of novel immunoassay-based biomarker methods, as well as applications of these methods for early- and late-phase clinical trials in neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimers, Parkinsons, ALS, and rare brain disorders./ppWork with project team leads, including Dr. Kaj Blennow (Vice President of Neuroscience Biomarker Development), and other associates to perform experiments to support both the preclinical and clinical characterization and evaluation of therapeutic molecules through biomarker assay development./ppAssist with the planning and execution of immunoassay method developments, method optimization and validation, as well as sample analyses from cohorts, working with both internal and external partners in complex studies./ppWork directly on-site with methods in the laboratory, and with summarizing and reporting method status of results for internal partners./ppImplement assay validation procedures to deliver high performance biomarker assays for preclinical and clinical sample analyses./ppCollaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders (medical, operations, statistics, regulatory) and external partners (CROs, academic institutions) to ensure biomarker validation and successful integration into clinical programs./ph3Basic Qualifications:/h3pMasters and/or PhD in Neuroscience, Biochemistry or a related scientific field, with 5+ years of industry, academic, or postdoctoral experience in biomarker development, with recognized expertise in mass spectrometry-based assays for brain diseases./ph3Additional Skills/Preferences:/h3pMust have an understanding of the principles for antibodies and other affinity-based molecules, for immunoassay design and protein biomarker quantification as well as documented hands-on experience in immunoassay development and validation for biomarker applications in clinical diagnostics, clinical trials, or preclinical sample analysis./ppMust be technically skilled to in the field of qualitative (e.g. electrophoresis techniques, Western blot) and quantitative (e.g. ELISA, MSD, Ella, Simoa) immunoassay-based analyses./ppProven leadership in managing and mentoring biomarker research teams in academic or industry settings./ppExperience in ultrasensitive technologies (e.g. NuLISA) and protein separation and purification techniques (e.g. HPLC, immunoprecipitation) is a merit./ppExcellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present to influence both internal and external stakeholders./ppLilly 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 for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response./ppLilly 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./ppOur employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Womens Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups./ppActual compensation will depend on a candidates education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $163,500 - $281,600./ppFull-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lillys compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees./p/div