ADME Project Leadership for Genetic Medicines at Eli Lilly and Company

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Eli Lilly and Company Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceuticals, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Biochemistry/Biology/Pharmacokinetics/Bioengineering/Pharmacology or a related scientific field
  • Greater than five years of experience as a scientist in a pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology company in a role related to ADME or PK/PD
  • High learning agility and a keen ability to articulate and efficiently test ADME and DMPK hypotheses for complex novel molecules
  • Strong working knowledge in fundamental pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics, and ADME principles - especially as they relate to novel genetic medicine therapeutic modalities
  • Understanding of pharmaceutical regulatory guidance and expectations
  • Agile interrogation of diverse data (e.g., in silico, in vitro, in vivo) to interpret complex data sets and to derive mechanistic understanding of drug action and ADME/DMPK characteristics

Responsibilities

  • Lead and innovate in a multidisciplinary team environment with primary responsibility for ADME studies to support preclinical and clinical development of the Lilly genetic medicines portfolio
  • Design, implement, and interpret hypothesis-driven studies to inform key ADME, PK/PD, and toxicokinetic (TK) questions
  • Integrate ADME, PK and PK/PD endpoints with discovery chemistry and biology data to guide preclinical drug design, optimization, and delivery strategies
  • Engage, innovate, and collaborate with cross-functional colleagues and interdisciplinary teams
  • Lead the preparation of ADME portions of regulatory communications and documents to support clinical development, new drug applications, and line extensions and interact with global regulatory authorities
  • Mentor and support junior scientists and build relationships through coaching and mentorship with fellow scientists at all levels

Skills

ADME
DMPK
siRNA
ASO
mRNA
gene editing
gene therapy
hypothesis testing

Eli Lilly and Company

Develops and delivers prescription medicines globally

About Eli Lilly and Company

Eli Lilly and Company is a global pharmaceutical company that focuses on discovering, developing, and delivering medicines to improve health. The company has a long history of scientific achievements, including the creation of insulin, the first life-saving treatment for diabetes. Lilly's operations involve extensive research and development to create new medications and enhance existing ones, ensuring they are safe and effective. Their products are primarily prescription medicines sold to healthcare providers for various medical conditions, including diabetes, cancer, and pain management. What sets Lilly apart from its competitors is its strong commitment to ethical practices and the protection of its products from counterfeiting. The company's goal is to enhance lives through innovative medical solutions while maintaining high standards of quality and ethics.

Indianapolis, IndianaHeadquarters
1876Year Founded
$1,180.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Competition from Novo Nordisk's Ozempic may impact tirzepatide's market share.
Potential construction delays in Indiana could affect GLP-1 drug production timelines.
Regulatory challenges may hinder Kisunla's expansion in new Alzheimer's markets.

Differentiation

Eli Lilly's rich history includes the first life-saving insulin treatment.
Lilly's strategic partnerships enhance its position in neurodegenerative disease treatments.
FDA approval of Zepbound opens new therapeutic markets for sleep disorder treatments.

Upsides

Lilly's $9 billion complex in Indiana boosts GLP-1 drug production capacity.
Kisunla's approval in China expands Lilly's Alzheimer's treatment market in Asia.
Collaboration with EVA Pharma enhances Lilly's reputation as socially responsible.

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