Sr. Advisor - PK/PD & Pharmacometrics

Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 142,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dynamic and collaborative scientists to join their team in Indianapolis. This role focuses on providing scientific leadership in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, supporting drug development from discovery to clinical application. Candidates will engage in impactful work, driving decisions that affect patient care and drug efficacy. The company values innovation and teamwork, offering a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

401(k) plan

Pension

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Fitness benefits

Vacation benefits

Qualifications

• PhD or MD in Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics or related field required.
• 3+ years of experience in PK/PD and/or Clinical Pharmacology.

Responsibilities

• Provide PK/PD leadership to project teams for drug development.
• Prepare regulatory documents for new drug registration.
• Communicate quantitative data and advocate for model-based decisions.

Skills

Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacodynamics

Clinical Pharmacology

Pharmacometrics

Statistical Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

PhD or MD in relevant field

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.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $142,500 - $228,800.

We are the Global Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics and Pharmacometrics Department at Lilly, and we're looking for top talent to join our team. Our PK/PD & Pharmacometrics scientists are the functional leaders from drug discovery to clinical development, approval, and life-cycle management. We work with the goal of identifying the right dose of the right drug for the right patient and living the model-informed drug discovery and development (MIDD) paradigm.

We seek dynamic, energetic, curious, and collaborative scientists ready to engage and work on life-changing therapies for patients. We are passionate about making an impact in the lives of our patients and pushing the boundaries of science.

Consider joining Team Lilly in Indianapolis to contribute to Lilly’s drug discovery and development efforts! Apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Provide PK/PD scientific leadership to project teams to support the selection of the right dose, patient population, and development strategies.
• Understand the challenges faced during the drug development process and drive effective decision-making and solutions.
• Lead PK/PD aspects of project team plans and integrate quantitative approaches into drug development.
• Lead and support the preparation and delivery of Phase I, II, and III study protocols, analysis plans, data analysis and interpretation, and study reports.
• Prepare relevant regulatory documents (INDs, IBs, CTDs etc.) for development and registration of new drugs and line extensions across geographies.
• Apply PK/PD and pharmacometric approaches to translate from preclinical to the clinical setting by integrating all relevant inputs.
• Communicate quantitative data and advocate for model-based decision making within project teams and to external partners.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to other scientists within the department and beyond; interact, teach, and collaborate with academia.
• Represent the group to increase visibility externally, through key publications, active leadership in key scientific organizations, industry trade groups, or consortia.

Basic Qualifications:

• PhD and/or MD in Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics, Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmacometrics, Computational Sciences, Engineering, Statistics or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience in the field of PK/PD and/or Clinical Pharmacology.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Thorough understanding and experience of applying pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacometrics and clinical pharmacology principles within drug development teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively and with confidence.

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (here) for further assistance.

Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and 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.

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).