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Investigative Toxicology And Discovery Toxicology Team Leader

15+ years
$144,000 – $250,800
10 Oct. 8, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Position Title: Investigative Toxicology and Discovery Toxicology Team Leader

Job ID: R-89494
Category: Research & Development
Job Type: Full Time, Regular
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA


🌍 About Lilly

Lilly unites caring with discovery to improve lives globally. Our employees:

  • Deliver life-changing medicines

  • Enhance understanding and management of diseases

  • Contribute to communities via philanthropy and volunteerism


🎯 Role Purpose

The Team Leader will oversee a toxicology team responsible for mechanistic and discovery toxicology studies to support a dynamic drug portfolio. The role focuses on:

  • Driving cutting-edge science in toxicology

  • Ensuring successful advancement of medicines to the clinic

  • Leading internal and external collaborations to inform drug discovery


🧠 Key Responsibilities

1. Team Leadership & Management

  • Lead and manage a team of scientists investigating mechanisms of action

  • Guide Toxicology Project Leaders delivering candidate-ready molecules

  • Mentor and develop team members, fostering continuous learning and growth

2. Scientific & Technical Leadership

  • Analyze and interpret complex toxicological data

  • Provide clear reporting and actionable recommendations

  • Stay current with advancements in toxicology and integrate new methodologies

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with internal partners to evaluate toxicological risks

  • Present findings and insights to stakeholders

  • Drive technical innovations to support drug discovery


🎓 Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • PhD in Toxicology with 7+ years of experience
    OR MS/BS with 15 years of experience in the toxicology field

Additional Skills / Preferences

  • Proven track record of leading and managing research teams

  • Extensive knowledge of toxicology principles, methodologies, and regulatory requirements

  • Experience in drug discovery and development

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment


💰 Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $144,000 – $250,800

  • Eligible for company bonus

  • Comprehensive benefits including: 401(k), pension, vacation, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, wellness programs, and employee clubs


🔖 #WeAreLilly

  • Equal Opportunity Employer

  • Accommodations available for individuals with disabilities

  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) include: PRIDE, WILL, VLN, enAble, and more