Senior Director - Immunology

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Organization Overview:

The Lilly Immunology Research team focuses on discovering innovative medicines to treat autoimmune/inflammatory diseases and related complications. Our team is looking for a motivated manager with deep immunology expertise and drug discovery experience to join us and to make a difference for patients and the communities we serve! The successful candidate will oversee a group of scientists responsible for advancing Lilly’s competitive immunology portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a group of research path scientific staff with immunology project leadership responsibilities
• Provide scientific and administrative leadership; allocate and prioritize resources, collaborate on scientific and business issues
• Closely partner with colleagues across Lilly, including groups in Medicines Innovation Hub, ATP, and other therapeutic areas
• Represent Immunology on critical cross-functional initiatives
• Serve as a collaboration leader for external collaborations to ensure that all parties work together as a cohesive team
• Serve as a member of Immunology Lead Team strategy groups

• Ph.D. in immunology, molecular biology, or related field
• 10+ years of proven experience in pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology companies

Additional Preferences:

• Expertise in cellular/molecular immunology of human and animal immune system
• Knowledge of pharmacology with experience of various autoimmune and inflammatory disease models
• Proven leader with extensive experience collaborating with internal and external partners across geographies to build and advance strategies and deliver impactful business outcomes
• Track record of scientific success demonstrated by authorship on publications and/ or patents
• Excellent interpersonal skills and collaboration/team spirit
• Attention to detail and critical thinking. Able to prioritize work and meet target timelines
• Demonstrated success leading teams of >10 people and cross-functional, business-critical projects. Ability to ensure accountability of oneself and others
• Proven ability to positively impact team culture and to demonstrate flexibility in a fast-paced environment
• Develop talent at all levels and ensure rigorous performance management practices
• Impeccable organizational skills. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Excellent computer skills (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

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