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Sr. Advisor - Pk/Pd & Pharmacometrics

3+ years
$142,500 – $228,800
10 June 4, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: PhD and/or MD 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

 

Job Title:

Sr. Advisor – PK/PD & Pharmacometrics

Location:

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Job ID: R-79304
Category: Research & Development
Job Type: Full-Time, Regular


Company Overview:

Eli Lilly is a global pharmaceutical leader focused on innovation, compassion, and life-changing medicines. With a mission to unite caring with discovery, Lilly empowers 35,000+ employees worldwide to improve lives and communities through medical advancements and service.


Team Overview:

Join Lilly’s Global PK/PD & Pharmacometrics team—experts in model-informed drug development (MIDD) who shape strategy from discovery through clinical development and life-cycle management. The team identifies optimal doses and patient populations to improve treatment outcomes across all therapeutic areas.


Role Summary:

As a Sr. Advisor, you’ll drive strategic and scientific PK/PD input across development programs. You will lead model-informed drug development approaches, guide study design and regulatory documentation, and influence both internal stakeholders and external agencies. This is a senior scientific leadership role with visibility and impact across Lilly’s global pipeline.


Key Responsibilities:

Scientific Leadership

  • Lead PK/PD strategy and integrate quantitative modeling into drug development.

  • Support dose selection, trial design, and patient stratification using model-based evidence.

  • Bridge preclinical and clinical insights through translational modeling.

Clinical and Regulatory

  • Prepare Phase I–III clinical protocols, analysis plans, and study reports.

  • Author regulatory documents (INDs, IBs, CTDs) for global submissions.

Collaboration and Mentorship

  • Partner cross-functionally with discovery, toxicology, and clinical teams.

  • Mentor junior PK/PD scientists and foster academic collaborations.

External Engagement

  • Publish research, present at conferences, and contribute to scientific leadership roles in consortia or industry groups.


Basic Qualifications:

  • PhD and/or MD in PK/PD, Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmacometrics, Computational Science, Engineering, or related field.

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience in PK/PD or clinical pharmacology.


Preferred Skills:

  • Strong quantitative skills and deep expertise in pharmacokinetics and pharmacometrics.

  • Experience guiding teams in regulatory interactions and modeling strategies.

  • Excellent communication and mentoring skills.

  • Proven publication record or industry influence through consortia or thought leadership.


Compensation & Benefits:

  • Salary Range: $142,500 – $228,800

  • Bonuses: Eligible for annual performance-based bonus

  • Benefits Include:

    • 401(k) with company match and pension

    • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

    • Vacation and leave programs

    • Life and disability insurance

    • Wellness, EAP, and fitness programs


Diversity & Inclusion:

Lilly is an EEO employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Employees can join any of Lilly’s ERGs, including:

  • PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies)

  • WILL (Women’s Initiative)

  • VLN (Veterans)

  • enAble (Disability inclusion)

  • OLA (Latinx)

  • Lilly India Network and more

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