Associate Director - LEM Operations

Laboratory For Experimental Medicine Specialist

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The Laboratory for Experimental Medicine (LEM) supports immunogenicity and biomarker assays for clinical studies, with a focus on large molecule therapeutics. LEM is part of the broader ADME, Toxicology and PK / PD division within Lilly. The individual will perform a myriad of project management and operational support to proactively enable the planning, preparation, analysis and reporting of clinical samples. This includes fiscal, logistical, quality and select scientific aspects of the operations. When necessary and as directed, the specialist will provide consultative support to their leadership, scientists, Product Team, Clinical Lab Services (CLS) associates, and Third-Party Organizations (TPO)s. The individual will drive process improvements by automating existing manual processes and leading in the development of new tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Use the skills and experience to impact process delivery / automation / improvement where applicable across the division, initially focusing on the LEM. Drive process improvements for consistent and efficient insourcing and outsourcing processes across the division.
• Partner in utilizing novel business tools to streamline processes decrease turnaround time and decrease direct / indirect expenses on numerous deliverables. Lead constant process improvements through the use of tools / apps / automation in the appropriate validated state.
• Drive tool and resource management to scale support appropriately.
• Work with the scientists to provide operational oversight activities in a regulated environment.

Basic Requirements

Additional Preferences

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $96,000 - $140,800. 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.