Strategic and Technical Project Manager

Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 168,000 - 295,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead innovative research projects in diabetes and obesity. This role involves coordinating complex workflows, managing project timelines, and ensuring efficient collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD or MD and have a strong background in computational biology and project management. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to improving lives through groundbreaking therapies and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package along with a competitive salary. If you're 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

• Advanced degree required, preferably PhD or MD.
• Proven experience in biomedical project management.

Responsibilities

• Track project progress and ensure documentation is accessible.
• Lead cross-functional teams and facilitate communication.
• Identify and implement solutions to project bottlenecks.

Skills

Project Management

Computational Biology

Biomarker Assays

Attention to Detail

Education

PhD or MD

Tools

JIRA

Project Tracking Software

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.

The Diabetes, Obesity and Complications Therapeutic Area (DOCTA) of Eli Lilly and Company focuses on new therapeutic approaches for the treatment of diabetes, obesity and cardiometabolic diseases. Starting from an idea, we work with partners across Lilly to discover and develop novel biologic, small molecule and nucleic acid-based therapeutics. Our focus is the patient: by understanding the biology and pathophysiology underlying disease states, we aim to address the root cause of disease, and develop breakthrough therapies. We have one of the strongest pipelines in the industry and a track record of delivering impactful medicines that improve people’s lives.

Are you a natural problem solver, interested in making processes and workflows as transparent and efficient as possible to accelerate science ? In this dynamic role , you will work with partners across DOCTA to coordinate complex clinical and basic research workflows , including computational biology, human genetics, and exploratory biomarker related projects . As part of this role, you will map internal processes, identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and work in a matrixed environment to drive delivery on scientific objectives in a fast-paced research environment . Understanding of computational workflows, biomarker assays, and metabolic disease required .

Key Responsibilities:

• Track project progress and performance, including maintenance of transparent and accessible project documentation (timelines, budgets, status), ensuring all team members and partners have access to up-to-date project information

• Define project scope, objectives , and deliverables in collaboration with partners; develop detailed project plans including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation; identify project requirements and ensure alignment with organizational goals

• Lead cross-functional project teams, facilitating communication and ensuring clarity and accountability

• Oversee the execution of project activities , ensuring adherence to plans and schedules and identifying potential risks and mitigations proactively

• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies within DOCTA and proactively identify and implement solutions with partner input

Qualifications :

• Advanced degree (PhD or MD) required

• Proven experience in Project Management in the biomedical space, with demonstrated experience in the computational and biomarker areas

• Demonstrated a bility to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with strong attention to detail

• E xperience with project tracking software required ; p rior experience with JIRA preferred

• Prior therapeutic area experience required

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

$168,000 - $294,800

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).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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