Advisor/Sr. Advisor - Translational Research and Operations

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Advisor/Sr. Advisor - Translational Research and Operations- Lilly Gene Therapy

Come join the rapidly expanding Lilly Gene Therapy team at Eli Lilly! We are responsible for inventing, characterizing, and advancing novel genome therapy reagents for a myriad of clinical applications. Our team works cross-functionally within our organization across multiple disease areas and platforms. Our goal is to deliver on the promise of gene therapy to patients around the world.

Responsibilities:

The Translational Research group at Lilly Gene Therapy is seeking a Translational Research scientist to support the translational efforts for AAV gene therapies, targeted nanoparticles and gene editing technologies. The successful candidate will provide scientific expertise for our preclinical programs and review the analysis of nonclinical data.

• Design and perform in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo experiments to test efficacy and safety of AAV gene therapy vectors
• Work effectively with internal and external resources to identify or generate relevant disease animal models
• Oversee preclinical studies internally, at CROs and external partners
• Partner with other teams to facilitate study logistics and execution
• Assist the scientific program leads with complex projects and deliverables, data review and analysis, and preparation of presentations and reports.
• Build cross-functional relationships with the Quality and Regulatory teams, facilitating logistics and communication
• Review and evaluate data, electronic notebooks, and databases
• Implement processes for key projects and identify critical program activities/constraints.
• Collect, review and compile program information through various reporting systems and ensure information is communicated appropriately to team leads, Quality and Regulatory teams
• Preparation, shipping, and documentation of reagents for external collaborations
• Write and review preclinical study protocols, reports and sub-reports
• Prepare documents for regulatory submissions, including pre-IND briefing books, IND/CTA applications, annual reports, investigator brochures and other documents
• Collaborate cross functionally across Lilly Research Laboratories to accelerate the development of genetic medicines

Basic Qualifications:

• PhD in Physiology, Cell Biology, or a related scientific field with 3+ years of relevant work experience.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Good knowledge of the regulatory requirements for nonclinical studies
• Expertise in AAV gene therapies using local routes of administration
• Experience preparing documents for regulatory submissions
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Additional Information:

• This role requires up to 20-40% travel to study sites, conferences or training.

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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 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 Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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