Scientist – Vector Engineering and Molecular Biology Full-time

Scientist in Vector Engineering and Molecular Biology

Come join the rapidly expanding Lilly Gene Therapy team at Eli Lilly! We are responsible for inventing, characterizing, and advancing novel genome therapy reagents for a myriad of clinical applications. Our team works cross-functional within our organization across multiple disease areas and platforms. Our goal is to deliver on the promise of gene therapy to patients around the world.

Job Responsibilities:

Lilly Gene Therapy Discovery and Platform Research (GTDPR) team is seeking a highly motivated Scientist specializing in molecular biology to join our gene therapy platform team. This role will focus on performing hands-on, bench-level research to support AAV vector development, capsid and payload engineering, and in vitro characterization. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including molecular biology, vector engineering, and pre-clinical development to advance innovative gene therapies from discovery through IND-enabling studies.

This position will be reporting to Senior Advisor – Vector Engineering and Delivery to evaluate top performing AAV vectors that is fit-for-purpose on select CNS indications.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor or Master degree in biology, neuroscience, biotechnology, biomedical engineering, or related fields
• Minimum 3 years of experience in research post-bachelor graduation or 1 year of experience in research post-master graduation.

Additional Preferences:

• Industry experience is preferred.
• Hands-on expertise with genetic technology and molecular biology techniques, including end-to-end study from design to analysis is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with AAV biology, capsid engineering, neuroscience and gene therapy
• Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Graphpad Prism
• Experience working in a BSL-2 lab and performing cell-based assays
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong project management skills with ability to handle multiple concurrent projects
• Previous experience with technical assay transfer as well as working in multidisciplinary teams and collaborative research environments
• Attention to detail and commitment to reproducible research practices
• Experience with high-throughput automation system is highly preferred

Additional Information:

• This role may require up to 10-15% travel for conferences or training.

• This position's work environment is in a laboratory environment.

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