Imaging Clinical Research Scientist - Molecular Imaging

Eli Lilly and Company

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 177,000 - 339,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Pension

Vacation benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Flexible benefits

Life insurance

Leave of absence benefits

Well-being benefits

Job summary

Eli Lilly and Company in Indianapolis is seeking a Director/Senior Director, Imaging Clinical Research Scientist to lead the clinical development of diagnostic radiopharmaceutical imaging programs across oncology, immunology and cardiovascular disease. You will shape strategies, endpoints, and imaging criteria and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance translational imaging science.

The role requires a PhD and 5+ years in clinical development, with strong expertise in molecular

Qualifications

PhD in a relevant field.
Minimum 5 years of clinical development experience; minimum 3 years in industry.
Tracer development experience and oncology, immunology and/or cardiology experience preferred.
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Travel estimated at 10–15%.

Responsibilities

Lead integrated clinical development programs for diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals in oncology, immunology and cardiovascular diseases.
Define clinical strategies, endpoints, patient populations, and imaging criteria.
Design studies to evaluate diagnostic accuracy and imaging biomarkers.
Serve as scientific expert in molecular imaging modalities (PET, SPECT, CT, MRI).
Collaborate with physicians, scientists, and CROs; coordinate with partners.
Author clinical and regulatory documents.
Communicate findings via presentations, abstracts, and publications.