Associate Vice President - Medicinal Chemistry

1w1 week ago

Eli Lilly and Company

South San Francisco, US · Full-time · $235,500 – $378,400

About this role

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. The Small Molecule Discovery group focuses on cutting-edge science to unlock new approaches for diseases with poor treatment options. We deliver molecules with breakthrough efficacy and high safety margins through innovative problem solving and open collaboration.

The Advanced Molecule Design team optimizes molecules into strong drug candidates that become breakthrough medicines. This leader reports to the Head of Medicinal Chemistry to advance projects in oncology, immunology, pain, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and obesity. Success requires supervising and mentoring medicinal chemistry project leaders and scientists to solve tough challenges.

Oversee a portfolio of small molecule programs from lead identification to quality drug candidates. Make sound scientific decisions balancing speed, rigor, and timely no-go calls. Foster 'ONE TEAM, SAME TEAM' collaboration across Lilly with radical transparency.

Elevate team performance through coaching in Deep Thinking, Execution & Delivery, Culture & Teamwork, and Growth Mindset. Apply modern computational methods including AI/ML to accelerate programs. Build a culture rewarding teamwork, individual growth, and accountability.

Requirements

Deeply experienced leader with track record of success leading Med Chem teams to clinical candidates
Seasoned drug hunter skilled in supervising and mentoring medicinal chemistry project leaders and scientists
Proven ability to solve tough med chem challenges and excel at synthetic execution
Innovative leader with strong growth mindset to evolve Medicinal Chemistry team skills
Expertise in advancing projects across oncology, immunology, pain, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and obesity
Ability to foster highly collaborative culture rewarding teamwork and individual accountability

Responsibilities

Champion rigorous science by overseeing a portfolio of small molecule programs across therapeutic areas
Make sound scientific decisions that advance programs while maintaining quality
Focus teams on highest-impact activities that advance programs toward patients
Build scientific credibility and influence across the organization through deep expertise
Foster 'ONE TEAM, SAME TEAM' collaboration across Lilly to break down silos
Collaborate closely with cross-functional and therapeutic area leaders on program strategies
Apply innovative solutions utilizing modern computational methods including AI/ML to accelerate programs
Elevate individual and team performance through coaching, feedback, and development