Laboratory Technician – Quality Control

Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Durham
Posted on: April 1, 2026

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. The QC Laboratory Technician (Lab Tech) is responsible for supporting daily laboratory operations to maintain optimal laboratory throughput. Such support includes collaborating with other site departments to facilitate sample coordination activities and working with laboratory personnel to ensure samples, reference standards, microbiological media, and reagents within the laboratory are managed per procedural and regulatory requirements. The Lab Tech will also support daily laboratory readiness activities, such as performing daily instrument checks, preparation of laboratory solutions, performing scheduled cleaning, laboratory workstation stocking, maintaining laboratory glassware as well as providing back-up support to the stability storage and administration team. The role can be trained to perform basic GMP laboratory testing activities, such as simple utility or entry level assays as needed. Key Objectives/Deliverables: Collaborate with other site departments via process team meetings and other scheduling tools, to coordinate sample delivery to the QC laboratory. Receive samples in laboratory information management system (LIMS) and consumables inventory management system (CIMS). Perform sample and reference standard reconciliation. Perform sample disposition and disposal. Receive, label, store, and manage laboratory media, reagents, and consumables. Supports ordering and inventory restocking as needed. Maintain laboratory glassware/parts washer. Perform daily balance and pipette calibration checks. Perform daily Milli-Q system checks. Prepare general laboratory solutions and buffers according to approved methods and documentation requirements. Lead sample submission process for samples sent from RTP to third party/external laboratories. Lead sample receipt process for samples submitted to RTP from other Lilly sites. Provide back up support to the stability administrative team, including stability sample pulls and stability sample management. Execute scheduled cleaning for laboratory equipment (e.g., biosafety cabinets, incubators, refrigerators, and storage units) per approved procedures. Respond to temperature excursions related to sample and material storage units. Perform laboratory instrument standardizations, as needed. ? Requirements (Education, Experience, Training): High School Diploma, GED or Associates Degree in a Life Science, with a minimum of two years related experience. Bachelor (4-year college) degree in a life science. Preferred Attributes (not required) : Experience with electronic laboratory management systems (E.g., LIMS, LES, MODA, ELN). Experience with Excel and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with TrackWise and/or Veeva. Experience with change control, analytical and deviation investigations, including root cause analysis and CAPA. Experience with use and operation of analytical balances and pipettes. Demonstrated problem solving and analytical thinking skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and networking skills. Strong organizational skills. Experience in a GMP environment. Demonstrated written and verbal communications skills. Strong attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a part of a Team. Additional Information 10-hour days – Sunday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Saturday May require support outside of regular schedule (weekend days or off-hours) in support of continuous (24/7) manufacturing operations. Applicant will work in various areas within the site. Some allergens are present in the parenteral plant. Mobility requirements and exposure to allergens should be considered when applying for this position. Tasks may require repetitive motion (E.g., keyboarding). Minimal travel 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 $18.02 - $34.90 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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