Lilly
Sr. Scientist/Principal Scientist - GRA CMCD, Drug Delivery Device
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Purpose
The purpose of the Sr. Scientist/Principal Scientist role is to provide tactical, and operational direction and support to expedite device-related (drug-device delivery systems, medical devices (firmware, hardware, standalone, and embedded software) registrations, right to operate, and maintenance of Lilly’s portfolio by interacting with teams, affiliates, and regulators. This role will support global registrations, product maintenance, and GRA-Devices: GRA-CMCD Drug Delivery Device department operations.
The Scientist utilizes device technical knowledge, regulatory, and device expertise to drive internal consistency and influence effective change management.
Primary Responsibilities
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Regulatory and Scientific Expertise
- Technical knowledge of drug delivery and/or medical device, including software, systems development science(s) development, and lifecycle management.
- Support evaluation of regulatory impact on proposed delivery systems and/or medical device change management plans.
- Anticipate and resolve key technical or operational issues that can impact the function or product team.
- Support regulatory risk-benefit analysis, internal and external audits for regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrate strong skills in technical and concise writing of regulatory documents resulting in effective communication and maximizing feedback from regulators.
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Influence
- Provide regulatory guidance to product teams and/or affiliates while implementing regulatory strategies that result in successful global product registrations and device maintenance.
- Exhibit leadership behaviors.
- Incorporate new regulations, guidance, and company positions into GRA-Device processes/guidelines, tools, and/or training materials.
- Support internal policy development and provide internal input on emerging regulations worldwide for device issues.
- Monitor global regulatory news and provide interpretation and internal communication as appropriate.
- Support interactions with global Health Authorities as required, including key ISO and notified body personnel.
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Lead/Support/Partner
- Support preparation, review, and finalization of device documents for global clinical trial authorizations (CTA), registration submissions, response to questions, and change control activities.
- Support strategies impacting product submissions across geographies.
- Proactively identify and resolve device regulatory issues, leveraging internal experts and/or GRA-Devices subject matter expert (SME) and/or mentor.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to influence within work group/function and with product team.
- Support the development of corporate positions on, and responses to, proposed agency regulations and guidelines.
- Participate in forums that share regulatory information across GRA components.
- Collect and collate GRA-Devices metrics.
- Support regulatory impact assessments.
- Serve as electronic data systems SME.
- Support regulatory intelligence activities.
- Identify and execute other operational responsibilities.
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Decision Making
- Proactively identify and resolve device regulatory issues.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline (e.g., chemistry, biology, biochemistry, pharmacy, engineering, or related scientific discipline)
Other Requirements
- Medical Device or Pharmaceutical industry experience in technical drug and/or device development (3-4 years)
- Prior experience authoring device submission content
- Prior regulatory experience (2-3 years) or equivalent combination of technical and regulatory guidance knowledge
- Demonstrated negotiation and influence skills.
- Demonstrated strong written, spoken, and presentation communication skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Demonstrated effective teamwork skills; able to adapt to diverse interpersonal styles
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Other Information/Additional Preferences
- English Fluency
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 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.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is €38,850 - €93,500. Full-time equivalent employees may also 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 pension plan; vacation benefits; eligibility for healthcare benefits; flexible benefits (if applicable) 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.
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