Associate Position Job Vacancy – Molecular Biology Jobs at Lilly | Apply
Explore this Associate Position Job Vacancy at Lilly Gene Therapy in Boston, Massachusetts. Join a pioneering team working on innovative CAR constructs and cutting-edge gene therapy projects. This role is perfect for candidates seeking molecular biology jobs at Lilly while contributing to life-changing therapies for patients worldwide.
- Job Position: Associate / Senior Associate – Molecular Biology
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
- Job Type: Full-time, Regular
- Job ID: R-93765
- Salary: $71,250 – $187,000, plus potential company bonus.
About the Company:
Eli Lilly and Company is a global healthcare leader dedicated to improving lives through innovative medicines. The Lilly Gene Therapy team drives breakthroughs in gene-based treatments, offering unique opportunities through this Associate Position Job Vacancy. Known for leading-edge molecular biology jobs at Lilly, the company provides scientists with the resources and collaboration needed to deliver life-changing therapies worldwide.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years, or Master’s degree with 1+ year of molecular biology or related lab experience.
Job Description:
This Associate Position Job Vacancy at Lilly Gene Therapy offers the chance to design, build, and test novel CAR constructs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative gene therapies for patients worldwide. Molecular biology jobs at Lilly provide hands-on experience with advanced cloning, protein engineering, and automated workflows, positioning you at the forefront of gene therapy research.
Key Responsibilities:
In this Associate Position Job Vacancy at Lilly, you should
- Conduct hands-on molecular biology experiments to design, build, and test CAR constructs.
- Apply advanced cloning and mutagenesis techniques (Golden Gate, Gibson Assembly) to optimize constructs.
- Operate and maintain automation platforms, including liquid handlers and colony pickers.
- Implement protein engineering strategies, such as codon optimization, linker design, and modular domain assembly.
- Perform PCR/qPCR/ddPCR, sequencing, and molecular assays to validate constructs.
- Support library-scale construct generation and screening campaigns with automated workflows.
- Maintain detailed experimental records, analyze data, and troubleshoot processes.
- Collaborate with internal teams for downstream functional testing of engineered constructs.
Preferred Skills for Associate Position Job at Lilly:
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities.
- Expertise in molecular biology techniques, including cloning, mutagenesis, PCR/qPCR/ddPCR, and sequencing.
- Hands-on experience with automation platforms for molecular biology workflows.
- Familiarity with library-scale cloning or mutagenesis approaches.
- Knowledge of protein engineering strategies and computational protein design tools.
- Experience with primary cell engineering or in vivo models is a plus.
Compensation and Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits: 401(k), pension, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, vacation, and wellness programs.
