Postdoc: Protein Formulations & Bioproduct R&D

Eli Lilly and Company; Indiana; On-site; USD 58,000 - 123,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension

Vacation benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Flexible benefits program

Job summary

Eli Lilly and Company in Indianapolis, IN, seeks an ambitious postdoctoral scientist focused on translating molecular insights into robust formulation strategies for next-gen biologic drug products. You will work with cross-functional teams to study stability, interactions, and mechanistic models.

The role emphasizes publication, conferences, and mentorship while advancing protein biophysics, structural biology, and translational pharmacology in an industrial R&D setting.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in relevant field such as Biophysics, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical/Biomedical Engineering.
• Strong foundation in protein biophysics, structural biology, biologic formulation science, or analytical characterization.
• Lilly will not sponsor visas; authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Investigate the physical stability of modalities under formulation parameters (pH, concentration, ionic strength).
• Apply biophysical/analytical techniques to characterize molecular interactions and stability.
• Develop mechanistic or kinetic models linking formulation to PK/PD outcomes.
• Stay current with literature to guide experimental design.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across drug substance/product,... translational pharmacology.
• Present findings at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Protein biophysics

Biochemical analysis

Biopharmaceutical formulation

Education

Ph.D. in Biophysics or related field

Tools

Bio-NMR

SAXS

Cryo-EM

SEC-MALS

Job description

Eli Lilly and Company in Indianapolis, IN, seeks an ambitious postdoctoral scientist focused on translating molecular insights into robust formulation strategies for next-gen biologic drug products. You will work with cross-functional teams to study stability, interactions, and mechanistic models.

The role emphasizes publication, conferences, and mentorship while advancing protein biophysics, structural biology, and translational pharmacology in an industrial R&D setting.