Senior Director – Technical Services/Manufacturing Science (TS/MS)

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.

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 35,000 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. Lilly is currently constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of API molecules located in Lebanon, IN.  This facility is Lilly’s largest investment in manufacturing capacity and is intended to provide APIs for current and future products, including new modalities.  This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the leadership team for the startup of a greenfield manufacturing site, and the successful candidate will help to build the organization, the facility and the culture to enable a successful startup into GMP manufacturing operations.

Description: The Senior Director of Technical Services/Manufacturing Science (TS/MS) for Small Molecule or Peptides provides strategic and operational leadership for the Lebanon LP1 site. This role ensures safe, timely, and compliant startup, process validation, and inspection readiness for new and existing products. The position drives technical excellence, fosters innovation, and develops future technical leaders to support global manufacturing objectives.

Key participant in developing the strategic direction for the site on both the medium and the long term. Lead all aspects of TS/MS for small molecule or peptide operations, including new product introduction and optimization. Develop and execute strategic and operational plans for TSMS aligned with site and corporate goals. Ensure validated state of all processes and compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements. Build strong technical partnerships with Synthetic Molecule Design and Development (SMDD), Global TSMS, and other global functions. Oversee preparation and timely completion of technical documentation and reports. Provide leadership in technical problem-solving, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives. Coach and mentor team members, ensuring resource allocation and capability development. Represent TS/MS in cross-functional governance and strategic decision-making forums.

Education Level: PhD degree in Chemistry or related field Experience: 15+ years in pharmaceutical development and manufacturing with leadership in TS/MS or similar department. Large scale manufacturing experience preferred. Additional Skills/Preferences: Proven ability to lead large technical organizations and manage complex projects. Expertise in process validation, technology transfer, and regulatory compliance. Strong strategic thinking and business acumen. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to manage changing priorities within tight timelines. 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