Lab Operations IT Leader

Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: July 16, 2025

Job Description:

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. IT Associate Director – Global Lab Operations Lead – Tech@Lilly Position Brand Description: At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. The Lilly Technology group is actively looking for self-starters and influential technical leaders who like to solve problems. Are you passionate about technology and determined to deliver impactful technology solutions? If so, please apply. Come help us transform Lab Operations at Lilly! Lilly has initiated a multi-year Lab transformation program that will enable 1) simplified, standardized, and optimized Laboratory processes, 2) innovation and agility for unprecedented growth with new sites, modalities, and partnerships, and 3) modernization of solution infrastructure by moving to cloud-based solutions and advanced technology. The Tech@Lilly Global Lab Operations team is actively looking for an IT Associate Director, a passionate leader poised for broad impact, to join the NextGen Labs Program. What you’ll be doing: The Lilly Technology group is looking for a bold leader and coach to drive the design, development, and deployment of a modern technology stack using the Agile deployment methodology. You will have supervisory responsibilities and serve as coach of a skilled team of Technical, Business Process, and Data Architects. In addition, you will be partnering and overseeing multiple business partners and service providers both internal and external to Lilly. Are you passionate about technology and determined to deliver impactful technology solutions? If so, we have a role for you! How you will succeed: • Be Bold - We are looking for a Leader to tackle tough challenges and ability to coach a diverse team through translation of complex business requirements into robust business process and data solutions. • Be Fast - We need someone who is willing to move at the pace of MQ and the Growth of the organization. • Be Engaging - We need a leader who will engage the a broad and diverse team focused on streamlining business processes using automated solutions and new capabilities such as Artificial Intelligence and data integration using modern API platforms. What You Should Bring: • Strong understanding of QC Lab business processes. • Ability to influence across Executive to Front Line and engage at both the operational and strategic level. • Demonstrated project management abilities to lead complex projects through the management of scope, financials, timelines, issues, and risks. • Experience working with modern technology stack including cloud based SaaS solutions, Artificial Intelligence, and Vision Analytics. Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering/Technology, Information Technology, Security, or another relevant field. • Minimum 5 years of relevant leadership experience leading, delivering or supporting enterprise IT platforms within a highly regulated industry • Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position. Additional Preferences: • Master’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering/Technology, Information Technology, Security, or another relevant field. • Knowledge of Pharma and Manufacturing a plus. • Solid skills in problem analysis and problem solving. • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills • Proven teamwork/interpersonal skills • Passion for working on a team from diverse backgrounds • Familiarity with Agile concepts, methodology and framework Other Information: • Position based in Indianapolis, Indiana with a hybrid work model • Some (5-10%) domestic and/or international travel will be required Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation ) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $124,500 - $182,600 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. WeAreLilly

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