Sr. Advisor/Director - Process engineering -Peptides/Small molecule Scientist

540 Eli Lilly Services India Pvt Ltd – Hyderabad; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly Hyderabad seeks a senior Ph.D.-level scientist to lead laboratory process development and tech transfer for pharmaceutical manufacturing. You will collaborate with US and Ireland teams, develop and scale-up unit operations, and ensure robust, compliant processes.

Role requires deep expertise in chemistry/biochemistry, GMP experience, and strong communication to mentor junior engineers. Domestic/international travel <5% may be required. Join a world‑class team delivering medicines globally.

Qualifications

• PhD in a scientific discipline with extensive lab experience is required.
• 12+ years in process development, lab-scale engineering, or manufacturing support.
• Experience with GMP and quality systems in pharma/biotech.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and refine laboratory-scale processes.
• Lead tech transfer activities and scale-up to pilot/manufacturing scale.
• Collaborate with multiple engineering, analytical, and quality teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure robust documentation.

Skills

Process development

GMP compliance

Scale-up/Scale-down

Analytical skills

Laboratory management

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen

MATLAB

SolidWorks

Job description

At 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. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Company Overview

Lilly, a leading innovation‑driven corporation is developing a growing portfolio of pharmaceutical products by applying the latest research from its own worldwide laboratories and from collaborations with eminent scientific organizations. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Lilly makes life better – through medicines and information – for some of the world’s most urgent medical needs. Founded over 145 years ago, the company has sustained a culture that values excellence, integrity and respect for people. This has resulted in Lilly frequently being ranked as one of the best companies in the world at which to work. Lilly knows its business has prospered because of its employees – people with a talent for innovation and a passion for making a difference by finding treatments for the most stubborn diseases; people whose talent is matched by their generosity, and people with strong values and a determination to prevail, regardless of the challenges.

Join our team – and make a difference in improving health for people all over the world!

Manufacturing and Quality Technical Hub Hyderabad

Lilly has made a strategic investment of more than $1B dollars to establish a Manufacturing and Quality technical hub. This hub will oversee the significant investment in contract manufacturing of starting materials and intermediates for API manufacturing in India and the technical services responsible for managing the scientific agenda for manufacturing and quality. The hub will be recruiting top talent in the areas of process engineering, chemistry, analytical and data sciences to build a cutting‑edge scientific organization supporting the exciting manufacturing portfolio of Lilly.

Job Description

Role Overview and Key Responsibilities

Technical Development & Support

Partner with TS/MS scientists in US and Ireland to design, develop, and refine laboratory‑scale processes. Establish, maintain, and optimize unit operations used in the process development lab (e.g., chromatography, filtration, mixing, crystallization, upstream/downstream studies, formulation experiments, and others). Develop scale‑down models that accurately represent full‑scale operations and use them to support process characterization, robustness studies, and troubleshooting. Conduct hands‑on laboratory experimentation, data analysis, and technical reporting to support key development and manufacturing decisions.

Process Optimization & Technology Transfer

Support tech transfer activities by preparing process documentation, generating process parameters, and enabling smooth movement of processes from lab to pilot or manufacturing scale. Support technical process issues and to implement long‑term improvements informed by lab experimentation. Apply engineering fundamentals and first‑principles thinking to develop innovative solutions, improve process understanding, and enhance robustness.

Laboratory Operations & Safety

Oversee safe operation of laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with EH&S expectations. Support equipment specification, procurement, installation, and qualification for lab‑scale systems. Maintain high‑quality documentation practices, including experimental protocols, batch records, and engineering analyses.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Collaborate closely with automation, analytical, mechanical, and instrumentation engineering groups to introduce new tools, models, and technologies. Partner with Quality, TS/MS, and manufacturing to align development activities with long‑term production needs. Provide mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing to laboratory personnel and junior engineers.

Innovation & External Engagement

Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in process development. Leverage external collaborations, vendor interactions, and professional networks to strengthen internal capabilities.

Education and experience Requirement

Ph.D. in scientific disciplines of Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields, or equivalent industry experience /Ph.D + Post Doc in Chemistry (focusing more Peptide chemistry) with 12+ years Minimum 5–8 years of experience in process development, lab‑scale engineering, or manufacturing support in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or similar industries. Experience with process modeling software (e.g., Aspen, MATLAB, statistical design tools). Working knowledge of GMP expectations and laboratory quality systems. Experience with 3D modeling tools (e.g., SolidWorks) for equipment design or fixture development. Demonstrated experience in technology transfer and scale‑up/scale‑down, in laboratory‑scale unit operations relevant to the role (e.g., chromatography, TFF, bioreactors, mixing systems, filtration and drying technologies). Strong analytical and PC skills, including data modeling, statistical methods, and ability to interpret experimental results. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong problem‑solving abilities and ability to work independently with minimal direction.

Other Information: Some travel (domestic and international) less than 5% may be required.

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Lilly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

#WeAreLilly At Lilly we strive to ensure our employees are part of a team that cares about them and our shared purpose of making life better for those around the world. How do we do this? We continue to look for ways to include, innovate, accelerate and deliver while maintaining integrity, excellence and respect for people. We hope that you seek to join us on our journey as we create medicine and deliver improved outcomes for patients across the globe! #WeAreLilly