Environmental Risk Assessment Lead

Eli Lilly and Company; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) retirement plan

Vacation benefits

Job summary

Eli Lilly and Company is seeking a leader for the Environmental Risk Assessment (ERA) Group to drive strategy, quality, and timely delivery of environmental studies across Lilly’s portfolio. The role demands scientific leadership, regulatory insight, and a track record in environmental risk assessment within pharma settings.

Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, the incumbent will guide cross-functional teams, engage with CRO partners, and ensure adherence to GLP and regulatory expectations while

Qualifications

• PhD in environmental or natural sciences, or related field.
• 15 years experience in chemical environmental risk assessment in pharmaceutical or pesticide industry and/or as consultant to such industries.
• Research experience in environmental toxicology and/or environmental fate.
• Experience with OECD environmental studies and GLPs.
• Confirmed skills in scientific communication via published papers and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ERA Group by setting scientific direction and developing environmental scientists.
• Own portfolio ERA testing, prioritization, study governance, and submission-ready delivery for regulatory registrations.
• Direct execution of environmental studies meeting regulatory expectations through CRO partnerships with GLP compliance.
• Advance ERA science by identifying innovative solutions and cross-functional collaboration.
• Communicate ERA strategy, risks, decisions, and regulatory implications to leadership and regulatory functions.
• Advise manufacturing on discharge limits and implementation strategies to protect people and ecosystems.
• Lead governance by assessing developments and driving mitigation strategies with GHSE, Governmental Affairs, R&D.
• Represent Lilly externally to benchmark guidelines and influence regulatory expectations.

Skills

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in environmental or natural sciences

15 years experience in chemical environmental risk assessment

Research experience in environmental toxicology and/or environmental fate

Experience with OECD environmental studies and GLPs

Published papers and presentations

Job description

Eli Lilly and Company is seeking a leader for the Environmental Risk Assessment (ERA) Group to drive strategy, quality, and timely delivery of environmental studies across Lilly’s portfolio. The role demands scientific leadership, regulatory insight, and a track record in environmental risk assessment within pharma settings.

Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, the incumbent will guide cross-functional teams, engage with CRO partners, and ensure adherence to GLP and regulatory expectations while