Job posting, Scientist, SMDD, Eli Lilly, Indianapolis, IN

Via ACS Chemistry Careers: 

Job Position Overview

In the synthesis of pharmaceutical candidate compounds, this role is to develop chemical processes, which minimize the cost of production while maximizing manufacturing capacity.  The position requires a high degree of synthetic organic chemistry skill and excellent problem-solving capability.  The ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams and effectively communicating the appropriate level of scientific data is important.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to a healthy, supportive work culture and maintain a highly organized laboratory area with a strong focus on all aspects of chemical and occupational safety.
• Plan and execute laboratory experiments, analyze outcomes, optimize conditions, and document and communicate experimental findings.
• Preparing various quantities of materials (milligrams to grams) for use by the program/project team customers, and interfacing with other chemists, analysts, and engineers for the successful scale-up of the chemical process.

Basic Qualifications: 

• BS/MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or closely related organic chemistry STEM degree

Full ad here. Best wishes to those interested.