Research Scientist-Neurodegeneration (Job Posting)

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 39,000 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. Lilly Neuroscience is seeking an experienced scientist to join the Neurodegeneration team to facilitate its mission of discovering novel medicines for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and other related neurodegenerative conditions. You will lead a laboratory focused on developing small and large molecule therapeutics in close collaboration with other Neurodegeneration laboratories and Lilly’s chemistry and biotherapeutic engineering divisions. An important focus will be the development and implementation of in-vitro/in-vivo models of protein misfolding, aggregation and toxicity. Additionally, you will have access to many technical specialty groups with Lilly and its external collaborations to facilitate. You must possess a deep understanding of the pathophysiological processes that underlie neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer and Parkinson’s diseases and must be a strong leader that maintains excellent communication and organizational skills. Lilly has a proud record of drug development for Neurodegenerative diseases (including Phase III drug trials with Solanezumab for Alzheimer’s disease) that has been led by multiple accomplished scientists. If you are talented scientist interested in working for the company ranked No. 4 by Science Magazine’s Top Employer Survey, read on. You will have the opportunity to:  Lead a discovery laboratory with associate scientist  Develop and implement in vitro and in vivo models of protein misfolding, aggregation and toxicity  Design and execute preclinical in vivo and in vitro studies  Perform discovery studies to elucidate novel targets and build internal expertise Basic Qualifications  PhD in Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, or a related field with minimum of 2 years of academic or industry experience Additional Skills/Preferences  Experience in performing/designing in vitro and in vivo studies to study protein misfolding, aggregation, dysfuntion and toxicity  Strong publishing record in the field of neurodegenerative diseases.  Extensive understanding of assay development  Deep understanding of Neurodegeneration literature  Strong communication/presentation/leadership skills Please apply directly at: http://bit.ly/29596BRL Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.