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Eli Lilly and Company seeks a Chemist (R2-R4) to perform compound synthesis, purification, and characterization under the direction of senior scientific staff. Design new molecules to address hypotheses and issues in portfolio projects. Design and implement multi-step synthetic routes towards targeted compounds. Independently set up and complete a variety of organic chemistry reactions, including those with air sensitive and hygroscopic reagents. Perform routine purification of synthetic intermediates and final products and characterize reactions products. Rigorously document laboratory experimentation and employ safe laboratory practices. Actively contribute to a multi-disciplinary drug discovery research team in a fast-paced lab environment. Integrate emerging analytical chemistry, computational design technologies, automation chemistry, and biophysical methods into drug discovery.

Position requires a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related STEM field and 1 year of experience in synthetic or medicinal chemistry. Experience must include a minimum of: 1 year of experience performing compound synthesis, purification, and characterization; 1 year of experience designing new molecules to address hypotheses and issues; 1 year of experience designing and implementing multi-step synthetic routes towards targeted compounds; 1 year of experience completing organic chemistry reactions; 1 year of experience solving synthetic challenges and conducting independent research; 1 year of experience performing purification of synthetic intermediates and final products; 1 year of experience characterizing reactions products; 1 year of experience with analytical techniques including TLC, HPLC, flash chromatography, NMR, and mass spectrometry; and 1 year of experience in written and oral communication of chemistry research.

Job location: San Diego, CA

To apply, please visit https://jobsearch.lilly.com/ and enter job requisition number R-103509 when prompted. Alternatively, please send your resume, cover letter, and a copy of the ad to: Matthew Tenaglio, Lilly Corporate Center, Indianapolis, IN 46285.

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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

$83,221.00 - $187,000.00 per year

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; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); 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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