(Sr.) Principal Scientist - Molecular Cell Biologist

Qualifications
Come join the rapidly expanding Gene Therapy team at Eli Lilly! We are responsible for inventing, characterizing, and advancing novel genetic therapeutics for a myriad of clinical applications. Our team works cross-functionally within our organization across multiple platform technologies and disease areas. This role may require up to 10% travel for conferences or training. Job Requirements: • B.S. and/or M.S. in biology or a closely related field with 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience • Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1. Additional Skills/Preferences: • Significant aseptic cell culture experience, including gene therapy (e.g. AAV or LNP) experiments • Experience isolating nucleic acids and proteins from tissues • Experience planning and implementing experiments independently • Experience in molecular endpoints, including, PCR, qPCR, ddPCR, and protein analysis (Simple Western Jess, ELISA, MSD, Octet) • Familiarity with primer design, sequencing preparation, and analysis • Mouse and NHP Tissue processing is a plus • Experience using automation in workflows is a plus (i.e., liquid handling) • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues • Strong organization, communication, and collaboration skills
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities • Work with team members to drive forward new gene therapy programs • Perform cell culture and molecular biology experiments and establish new functional assays to measure gene therapy outcomes both in vitro and in vivo. • Establish and characterize novel assays for endpoint analysis to in vivo studies • Work cross functionally to deliver data to the project team within expected timelines. • Maintain detailed documentation of scientific work in an electronic notebook.
System Location:, Massachusetts, Required
Job Title:, (Sr.) Principal Scientist - Molecular Cell Biologist,
CWR Type:, W-2, Required