Vivo Sr. Biologist - Obesity Research

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The Cardiometabolic Research unit (CMR) of Eli Lilly and Company focuses on the discovery of biologic, small molecule, and genetic therapeutics for the treatment of diabetes, obesity, and associated complications.

We are seeking a skilled, motivated, and versatile individual who can help to build a highly collaborative, successful drug discovery and development team in the Obesity research group in Boston. The successful candidate will leverage a strong in vivo background and complementary wet laboratory experience to play a critical role in supporting end‑to‑end discovery efforts and established pipeline projects with an emphasis on anti‑obesity therapeutics.

The candidate will be responsible for setting up critical capabilities in the laboratory setting and working with other scientists within and across departments to achieve project and department goals.

• Plan and independently carry out experiments in rodent models to support preclinical characterization and evaluation of targets/pathways that regulate energy metabolism.
• Proficient at rodent handling, dosing, and necropsy/tissue collection.
• Perform molecular and biochemical assessments on ex vivo samples in collaboration with colleagues in other departments (qPCR, Western blot, ELISA, etc.).
• Function independently, work within a team‑oriented lab environment, and work within cross‑functional project teams.
• This role is a full‑time position that requires some weekend work.
• Requirement for accurate record keeping, independent data analysis, and reporting of data in written and oral formats. Will perform work in full compliance with Lilly Research Policies and complete all required training activities in the specified timeframe.

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, pharmacology, or a closely related field.
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B or TN status) for this employment position.

• Master’s degree in biology, pharmacology, or a closely related field.
• Experience with common in vivo metabolic assessments (glucose tolerance tests, exercise capacity, etc.).
• Demonstrated hands‑on expertise performing small animal obesity studies.
• Familiarity with ex vivo models of adipose tissue and hepatocytes.
• Experience with rodent survival surgeries.
• Ability to prioritize activities across multiple projects independently and effectively.
• Strong communication skills and experience presenting data in a team environment.

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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 $71,250 - $187,000.

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, medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits, flexible benefits, life insurance and death benefits, certain time off and leave of absence benefits, and well‑being benefits.

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