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Lilly Technician - Purification Scale-up Laboratory in Indianapolis, Indiana
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.
Do you enjoy downstream drug substance processes including purification and filtration of monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, viral vectors, bioconjugates, and peptides? If so, check out this exciting opportunity!
The Bioproduct Research and Development organization strives to deliver creative medicines to patients through the development and commercialization of insulins, monoclonal antibodies, novel therapeutic proteins, peptides, oligonucleotide therapies and gene therapy systems. This organization is a multidisciplinary group that works collaboratively with our discovery and manufacturing colleagues. Located in Indianapolis, scientists have full access to our scientific excellence and engineering capabilities.
As a Technician in the Purification Development group, you will work to execute efficient and effective downstream drug substance processes for new biologic candidates as they make their way from discovery to the clinic. Work responsibilities will vary, and you should be flexible and adaptable in accepting new challenges, guided by your supervision. The ability to troubleshoot issues as they occur, and to identify trends and opportunities to increase efficiency, are also key.
The ability to exhibit a high level of attention to detail and a quality-minded approach to record keeping is crucial. Maintaining accurate records to provide detailed information on the execution of experiments will be a daily activity.
This role requires effective interaction and communication of technical information with, but not limited to; Safety, Environmental, Purification Development scientist, Technical Services/Manufacturing Sciences, Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance personnel. Especially important, in this role, is that you adhere to all safety and environmental guidelines and promote a proactive safety culture and environmental compliance in all areas.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED
2+ years’ experience relevant to purification processing or 2-year degree in biotechnology field.
Experience executing process tickets, following procedures and completing engineering protocols including the use of Word and Excel.
Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.
Additional Skills/Preferences:
Ability to interact and build effective relationships with a wide range of groups including Health Safety and Environmental, Technical Services, Development Scientists, Operations, Automation, Engineering, and Maintenance.
Experience operating process control systems (electronic notebook systems, Unicorn control software, DeltaV) and using process historians.
General interpersonal and communication skills; coaching, feedback, training, and fostering an environment for learning and open/honest communication.
High mechanical aptitude with basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
Additional Information:
Location: Indianapolis, IN. LTC-N
Work environment includes lab and administrative settings.
Safety glasses, safety shoes, and appropriate gowning, such as lab coat, are required in areas.
Day shift Monday through Friday but flexibility is needed to cover weekends.
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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
$17.30 - $39.06
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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