Sr. / Principal Chemist - QC - IAPI (eSystems)

Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement; Mettawa (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Chemist for their Quality Control team. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance and quality through the management of electronic systems and laboratory processes. You will support the implementation of electronic notebooks, conduct investigations, and train analysts, all while working closely with IT to enhance laboratory infrastructure. If you are passionate about improving lives through scientific discovery and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity could be your next career milestone.

Benefits

401(k) plan

Healthcare benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Well-being programs

Bonus potential

Qualifications

• 3+ years of GMP laboratory experience in a QC environment.
• Strong understanding of electronic lab notebooks and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of electronic notebooks and laboratory systems.
• Lead investigations affecting data integrity and compliance.

Skills

GMP laboratory experience

Laboratory quality systems

Communication skills

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Tools

TrackWise

SmartLab

Darwin

Empower

NuGenesis

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 work worldwide to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those in need, improve disease management, and give back to communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We prioritize our work and put people first. We seek individuals committed to improving lives globally.

Position Brand Description:

The Chemist - QC - IAPI (QC eSystems) supports electronic system technical and compliance activities for Indianapolis API Operations QC. Responsibilities include designing and executing validated computer systems, managing analytical methods, developing electronic notebook templates/scripting, conducting investigations, and supporting QC infrastructure connections. The role also involves supporting activities like new equipment installation, data integrity, inspections, system upgrades, change management, and global initiatives.

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

1. Support implementation and maintenance of electronic notebooks (e.g., Smartlab, MODA, NuGenesis).
2. Serve as subject matter expert for laboratory computer system audits, validation, and reviews.
3. Communicate effectively with business partners to resolve issues and clarify requirements.
4. Understand technological impacts on laboratory processes, quality systems, and QC organization.
5. Implement programs to enhance compliance and quality in QC labs.
6. Train and mentor analysts through formal programs.
7. Review and author change controls and deviations for eSystems and QC instruments.
8. Lead or perform investigations affecting data integrity, including root cause analysis and solution recommendations.
9. Support laboratory infrastructure and liaise between QC and IT, including instrument interfacing and data management.
10. Evaluate new laboratory technologies and oversee qualification of new equipment.
11. Develop and review SOPs and training materials to improve laboratory quality systems.
12. Influence understanding of business processes and identify opportunities for process improvements using QC eSystems.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related scientific field (e.g., Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology).
• At least 3 years of relevant GMP laboratory experience.

Additional Preferences:

• Over 3 years of QC experience focusing on electronic lab notebooks and instrumentation infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality systems and dependencies (e.g., TrackWise, SmartLab, Darwin, Empower, NuGenesis).
• Proficiency with computer systems and operating systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Other Information:

• Occasional on-call support required.
• This position requires onsite presence in Indianapolis, IN, at least 4 days per week; remote work is not permitted.

Lilly supports individuals with disabilities and offers accommodations for the application process. For assistance, complete the workplace accommodation request form.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, gender identity, or other protected statuses.

Our employee resource groups (ERGs) provide support networks and are open to all employees, including groups for different cultural backgrounds, LGBTQ+ allies, veterans, women, and people with disabilities. Learn more about our ERGs.

Compensation for this role ranges from $63,000 to $162,800, depending on education, experience, and location. Benefits include a bonus potential, 401(k), healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and well-being programs. Lilly reserves the right to modify these programs as needed.