Sr. Director - BRD Analytical Development

Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: January 2, 2026

Job Description:

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. Objectives of Position: This leadership role within the Bioproduct Research & Development (BRD) organization is responsible for managing a team of technical experts focused on developing and executing comprehensive analytical strategies to support a diverse portfolio of bioproducts. These include antibodies, proteins, cell and gene therapies (CGT), non-viral gene delivery platforms, parenterally administered synthetic peptides and oligonucleotides, and their conjugates. The role encompasses accountability for pipeline project delivery, scientific and technological advancement, talent development, organizational growth, and execution of functional strategy. The incumbent ensures robust systems and a well-trained workforce—including internal staff, insourced personnel, and external partners—are in place to meet pipeline demands. Any GMP testing laboratories under this leader’s oversight must maintain a state of continuous inspection readiness and full compliance with applicable regulatory guidelines, including ICH Q-series and 21 CFR Parts 11, 210, and 211. Key Responsibilities: Lead a team of scientists in phase-appropriate analytical development from preclinical stages through commercialization. Align integrated development plans across key functions (Drug Substance, Drug Product) and interfaces (device, discovery, manufacturing, quality). Set and implement strategic direction for science, technology, and business operations to support pipeline delivery and organizational goals. Allocate resources and assign personnel to new projects based on scope and priority. Monitor project progress, ensure timely execution, and mobilize resources to address technical challenges. Oversee laboratory operations with a strong emphasis on safety, compliance, and inspection readiness. Ensure the team remains current with scientific advancements, emerging technologies, and evolving regulatory requirements, and integrates them appropriately. Maintain compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards governing drug development. Provide technical consultation to manufacturing sites as needed to support product development and troubleshooting. Foster a high-performance culture through effective performance management, coaching, mentoring, and career development; contribute to talent assessment and succession planning. Uphold and promote adherence to company policies and values. Educational Requirements: Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy, or a related life science discipline is strongly preferred. Candidates with equivalent expertise—commensurate with the skills of a Ph.D.-level chemist—and a minimum of 8 years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience will also be considered. Experience Requirements: Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills are critical for success in this role. The candidate must possess a solid understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and the drug development lifecycle to effectively guide projects from early development through to successful regulatory submission and product registration. Additional preferences: N/A License/Certificate Requirements: N/A Language Requirement: N/A Travel Requirement : 10% Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation ) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $151,500 - $222,200 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. WeAreLilly

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