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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.
Eli Lilly and Company is committed to using its innovation-based strategy to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help improve the lives of people.
The PK/PD & Pharmacometrics organization is at a pivotal moment: we're redefining how we harness decades of clinical data and model-informed drug development approaches through strategic AI and automation adoption.
We are seeking a Digital Innovation & Technology Strategy Lead who will define and implement our multi-year roadmap for integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation technologies into our quantitative pharmacology and pharmacometric workflows. This role will help position us as an industry leader in AI-enabled drug development while ensuring scientific rigor, regulatory defensibility, and meaningful value creation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive digital strategy for PK/PD & Pharmacometrics, identifying and prioritizing high-impact use cases that accelerate drug development and position PK/PD as an industry leader in AI-enabled quantitative pharmacology
- Lead PK/PD's digital strategy as the primary work with internal and external partners, managing collaborator relationships to accelerate value delivery from AI and automation investments
- Evaluate emerging AI technologies for clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics applications, leading proof-of-concept pilots and scaling validated solutions
- Partner with IT, data science, and data engineering teams to implement AI solutions and establish data governance standards that ensure PK/PD data is AI-ready, accessible, compliant, and coordinated with existing systems and workflows
- Collaborate with project leaders, pharmacometricians, and cross-functional partners (e.g. Clinical Operations, Statistics, Regulatory Affairs) to ensure seamless AI integration across R&D and serve as the primary voice for AI strategy within PK/PD leadership and governance forums
- Grow and implement organisational change strategies to drive AI adoption, including training programs, champion networks, and upskilling resources that address resistance and build organizational capability in AI/ML methodologies
- Define success metrics and track value creation for digital/technology initiatives, maintaining a portfolio of use cases with clear ROI documentation and preparing executive-level cases and communications
- Establish relationships with external partners (e.g. academic institutions, technology vendors, industry consortia, regulatory agencies) and contribute to thought leadership through publications and conference presentations, representing Lilly's vision for responsible AI adoption
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Minimum 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical R&D, with at least 2 years focused on AI/ML/digital technology applications in drug development
- Experience in PK/PD modeling, pharmacometric workflows (e.g. population PK, exposure-response, dose optimization), and model-informed drug development principles
- Experience implementing digital solutions in a regulated industry environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with data architecture, cloud computing, and innovative analytics platforms
- Experience crafting compelling cases and executive-level presentations
- Track record of external thought leadership through publications, conference presentations, or industry working groups
- Hands-on experience with specific AI tools (e.g. Python/R/Matlab for ML, TensorFlow/PyTorch, cloud-based ML platforms)
- Track record of successful pilot-to-production digital scaling
- Hands-on experience with PK/PD modelling and simulation and model-informed drug development
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
- Location: Indianapolis, IN or Boston, MA (hybrid work model available)
- Travel: Domestic and international travel up to 20% (conferences, vendor meetings, cross-site collaboration)
- Work Environment: Highly collaborative, matrixed organization requiring cross-functional relationships
Innovation Culture: We encourage calculated risk-taking, rapid prototyping, and learning from failures
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 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
$177,000 - $308,000
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.
INTRODUCTION
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.
Eli Lilly and Company is committed to using its innovation-based strategy to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help improve the lives of people.
The PK/PD & Pharmacometrics organization is at a pivotal moment: we're redefining how we harness decades of clinical data and model-informed drug development approaches through strategic AI and automation adoption.
We are seeking a Digital Innovation & Technology Strategy Lead who will define and implement our multi-year roadmap for integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation technologies into our quantitative pharmacology and pharmacometric workflows. This role will help position us as an industry leader in AI-enabled drug development while ensuring scientific rigor, regulatory defensibility, and meaningful value creation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive digital strategy for PK/PD & Pharmacometrics, identifying and prioritizing high-impact use cases that accelerate drug development and position PK/PD as an industry leader in AI-enabled quantitative pharmacology
- Lead PK/PD's digital strategy as the primary work with internal and external partners, managing collaborator relationships to accelerate value delivery from AI and automation investments
- Evaluate emerging AI technologies for clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics applications, leading proof-of-concept pilots and scaling validated solutions
- Partner with IT, data science, and data engineering teams to implement AI solutions and establish data governance standards that ensure PK/PD data is AI-ready, accessible, compliant, and coordinated with existing systems and workflows
- Collaborate with project leaders, pharmacometricians, and cross-functional partners (e.g. Clinical Operations, Statistics, Regulatory Affairs) to ensure seamless AI integration across R&D and serve as the primary voice for AI strategy within PK/PD leadership and governance forums
- Grow and implement organisational change strategies to drive AI adoption, including training programs, champion networks, and upskilling resources that address resistance and build organizational capability in AI/ML methodologies
- Define success metrics and track value creation for digital/technology initiatives, maintaining a portfolio of use cases with clear ROI documentation and preparing executive-level cases and communications
- Establish relationships with external partners (e.g. academic institutions, technology vendors, industry consortia, regulatory agencies) and contribute to thought leadership through publications and conference presentations, representing Lilly's vision for responsible AI adoption
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Minimum 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical R&D, with at least 2 years focused on AI/ML/digital technology applications in drug development
- Experience in PK/PD modeling, pharmacometric workflows (e.g. population PK, exposure-response, dose optimization), and model-informed drug development principles
- Experience implementing digital solutions in a regulated industry environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with data architecture, cloud computing, and innovative analytics platforms
- Experience crafting compelling cases and executive-level presentations
- Track record of external thought leadership through publications, conference presentations, or industry working groups
- Hands-on experience with specific AI tools (e.g. Python/R/Matlab for ML, TensorFlow/PyTorch, cloud-based ML platforms)
- Track record of successful pilot-to-production digital scaling
- Hands-on experience with PK/PD modelling and simulation and model-informed drug development
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
- Location: Indianapolis, IN or Boston, MA (hybrid work model available)
- Travel: Domestic and international travel up to 20% (conferences, vendor meetings, cross-site collaboration)
- Work Environment: Highly collaborative, matrixed organization requiring cross-functional relationships
Innovation Culture: We encourage calculated risk-taking, rapid prototyping, and learning from failures
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 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
$177,000 - $308,000
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.
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Frame your credentials for U.S. specialty occupation standards
Strategy Director roles must qualify as a specialty occupation under H-1B1 visa rules. Pull your O*NET profile for this title and confirm your degree field directly aligns, since a general business degree alone may not satisfy a consul's scrutiny.
Target employers already filing Labor Condition Applications
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers with verified H-1B1 visa LCA filing history for strategy-level roles. Employers who have filed before understand the process and won't slow your offer over unfamiliarity with the visa.
Benchmark your salary against OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify you'll earn at least the DOL prevailing wage for Strategy Director in your work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search by SOC code before you negotiate so you know the floor and can anchor your ask above it.
Clarify the LCA timeline with your employer early
Unlike H-1B visa, there's no USCIS petition for H-1B1 Singapore. Your employer files the LCA with DOL, which typically certifies within seven business days. Knowing this helps you set a realistic start-date expectation in offer negotiations.
Prepare for dual-intent questions at your consular interview
The H-1B1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa without dual-intent protection, so consular officers may probe your ties to Singapore. Document your intent to return after each admission period, even if you plan to renew annually.
Confirm your employer's E-Verify enrollment before signing
H-1B1 visa employers are required to participate in E-Verify. Before you finalize an offer, ask HR to confirm enrollment status directly. An employer who isn't enrolled can't legally employ you on this visa status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Strategy Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Singapore?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as business strategy, economics, or management. Roles where any general degree satisfies the requirement can face scrutiny. Reviewing the O*NET profile for the specific SOC code tied to your title helps confirm the degree-field match a consul will expect to see.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa compare to the H-1B for Strategy Director positions?
The H-1B1 Singapore skips the H-1B lottery entirely and requires no USCIS petition, so your employer's burden is lower and your timeline is more predictable. The trade-off is that H-1B1 carries no dual-intent protection, meaning you cannot simultaneously pursue a green card while holding the status. For Singaporean nationals in strategy roles who want to test the U.S. market before committing to permanent residency, H-1B1 is often the faster entry point.
Which U.S. employers actively sponsor H-1B1 Singapore visas for Strategy Director roles?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified LCA filing history, so you can identify employers who have already sponsored H-1B1 visa or H-1B roles at the director level rather than relying on employers who may be unfamiliar with the process. Strategy Director sponsorship is most common in management consulting, technology, financial services, and large consumer goods companies with established global mobility programs.
What happens to my H-1B1 status if my employer undergoes a merger or restructuring?
If the new or surviving entity is a successor in interest and your role and terms remain substantially the same, your H-1B1 visa status is generally unaffected. If the entity changes materially or your position is eliminated, your employer must file a new LCA and you'd need to apply for a new H-1B1 at a consulate. You don't have the USCIS portability protections that H-1B holders receive under AC21, so confirm the structure of any deal with your employer's immigration counsel.
Can I work for multiple U.S. employers simultaneously on an H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Concurrent employment is possible but each employer must file a separate LCA covering your work at their organization. For Strategy Director roles, which often involve advisory relationships or board-level consulting, this matters practically: informal arrangements or unpaid advisory roles that cross into compensated work require their own LCA. Confirm each engagement's structure with your immigration contact before accepting additional work.