Postdoc: iPSC Neuron Pharmacology & Drug Discovery

Myana; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly is seeking a postdoctoral scientist in Louisville, CO to build human iPSC-derived neuronal models and interrogate small molecule inhibitors in neurodegeneration. You will design and run high-content imaging experiments to uncover mechanism of action, and analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and advancing curious, rigorous science in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, pharmacology, cell biology, molecular biology, stem cell biology, or related life science. By Jan 2027.
• Authorization to work in the United States full-time (no sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Establish human iPSC-derived neuronal models as pharmacology platforms for small molecule programs.
• Design high-content imaging experiments to define mechanism of action.
• Develop quantitative analysis to extract insights from imaging datasets.
• Contribute to novel neurodegeneration drug discovery approaches.
• Collaborate with molecular pharmacologists and medicinal chemists.

Skills

Neuroscience

iPSC neurons

High-content imaging

Image analysis

Computational biology

Python

R

GraphPad Prism

Fiji/ImageJ

Automation

Neuronal models

Education

PhD in neuroscience or related

Tools

CellProfiler

ImageJ/Fiji

Harmony

Columbus

Job description

Lilly is seeking a postdoctoral scientist in Louisville, CO to build human iPSC-derived neuronal models and interrogate small molecule inhibitors in neurodegeneration. You will design and run high-content imaging experiments to uncover mechanism of action, and analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and advancing curious, rigorous science in a fast-paced environment.