Scientist / Senior Scientist, Immunoassay-Based Biomarker Development & Analysis - Neuroscience

Lilly's Neuroscience Biomarker Discovery & Analysis team is responsible for the development of novel biomarker assays and sample analysis to advance innovative therapies and diagnostics for the treatment of neurological disorders. We are currently seeking a hands-on Scientist / Senior Scientist with expertise and knowledge in protein biomarker analysis and immunoassay development. The successful candidate will play an important role in developing, qualifying, and running immunoassay-based biomarker methods and testing clinical samples that are critical to the advancement of our neuroscience portfolio.

Responsibilities

Independently run immunoassays and test clinical samples to generate high-quality biomarker data; Analyze and interpret biomarker assay data, troubleshoot technical issues, and report results clearly to the team and internal stakeholders; Working under the guidance of the team lead, contribute to the design, development, optimization, and qualification of novel immunoassay-based biomarker assays and methods; Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of experimental results through compliance with electronic lab notebook guidelines; Collaborate with local, cross-site, and cross-functional teams to advance neuroscience portfolio through

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, neuroscience, or a related life science with 5+ years of industry, academic, or postgraduate experience in protein biomarker analysis and immunoassay-based methods; Hands-on experience with at least one or two quantitative immunoassay platforms (e.g., ELISA, MSD, SIMOA, NULISA, or SPEAR); Fundamental understanding of immunoassay principles, including antibodies and other ligand-based molecules, assay design, protein biomarker quantification, and assay validation; Legally authorized to be employed in the United States

Nice to have

Recognized expertise in immunoassay development and in the analysis of protein biomarkers; Experience with qualitative immunoassay methods, such as electrophoresis and Western blot; Proven ability to work independently on routine assay execution while collaborating on method development; Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment; Prior experience with electronic lab notebooks and data analysis tools

Benefits

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 (e.g., 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 (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)