Associate - Lilly Research Labs Industrial Hygienist/HSE Representative

Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Louisville
Posted on: February 8, 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. LRL Industrial Hygienist/HSE Representative – Louisville, Colorado At Lilly, we believe in the talent of our workforce. One of the best ways to utilize and develop that talent is to use our existing workforce to fill new and/or open positions. If you are looking for a new position within Lilly, you can view and apply to open roles posted in the internal job posting system. You must meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job description and have/obtain work authorization in the country the position is located in order to be considered. When applying internally for a position, your current supervisor will receive notification that you have applied to the position. We encourage employees to discuss the opportunity with their supervisor prior to applying. Organization Overview: 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 innovative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. Position Title: LRL Colorado Lead HSE Representative Supervisor Title: Sr. Director – LRLHSE – Regional Site Integration and Execution Position Type: Full Time Standard 40-hour work week with occasional flexibility based on project phases and other activities. Job Function: Lilly Research Laboratories (LRL) Location: Louisville, Colorado, USA Position Description: Provide health and safety and industrial hygiene support to expanding Colorado and other R&D sites with a goal to harmonize HSE programs, safety culture and execution processes across our Lilly Research Laboratory network including current and future acquisition opportunities. The position will work closely with the LRL HSE Regional Team to assess risk, prioritize needs and grow HSE. Partner with LRL HSE Regional Team and site contract HSE personnel to ensure activities at these R&D sites maintain HSE compliance with local and federal regulations and achieve adherence to applicable Lilly HSE standards within appropriate timeframes based on their longevity and relationship as a Lilly entity. Support site HSE and operations personnel both remotely and on site as needed for external inspections and internal audits, and for emerging HSE issues or incidents that need additional HSE support. Work with LRL HSE regional technical hub personnel and contract HSE personnel to prioritize and perform industrial hygiene needs and project work across global research sites. Gain knowledge of and serve as a technical resource for core H&S tools and Lilly processes. Maintain an ongoing understanding of the H&S liabilities, risks and capabilities for each site, including using site connections and business and HSE systems to anticipate changes in site risk profiles based on site growth, capital projects, changes to modalities and the evolution of science. Partner with LRL HSE Regional Technical Hub, LRL HSE technical resources, and site HSE resources to address identified gaps, grow safety culture, develop & execute HSE roadmaps and achieve prioritized goals. Assist sites in understanding appropriate timing and help implement core LRL HSE systems and processes for notification to management, incident response, corporate reporting, lab inspections, and other systems utilized across the LRL network. Partner with LRL HSE Regional Team to recommend and assist with development and implementation of simplified, right-sized HSE programs for regional research sites, and to offer input in evaluating site HSE contract support personnel to maintain technical expertise based on site activities. Network with LRL HSE technical resources and recommend arrangements for specialized HSE contract assistance and as needed for project work that lies outside existing site capabilities. Enable desired behaviors throughout the organization through clear communication and respect for people. Lead or support special projects as assigned by the LRL HSE Regional Site Integration and Execution Lead and LRL Executive Director. Responsible for informing, educating, and interfacing with scientific staff and management leaders within LRL organization where needed regarding site HSE issues, programs and needs. Provide IH and Safety support for HSE programs including but not limited to the following systems across sites: Colorado Sites (1, 2, and 3), NY, and South San Francisco Chemical Hygiene Plan and Programs Exposure Assessment Hazard Communication & Risk Assessment HSE risk profile and leading and lagging metrics Site self-assessments Safety culture growth and progression Contractor safety Minimum Qualification (education, experience and/or training, required certifications): Bachelors degree or higher in a scientific or pharmaceutical development related field HSE expertise with 5 years of IH related experience 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: Pharma, biotech or laboratory based HSE experience Certification in Industrial Hygiene Familiarity with industrial safety programs (equipment lockout, machine guarding) Experienced in interaction with external inspectors on the local and/or federal level. Previous team leadership or coaching experience Experience with or knowledge of scientific laboratory instrumentation. Experience in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in a research environment. Demonstrated ability to engage and influence scientists and/or business partners to achieve business results. 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 $71,250 - $187,000 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. WeAreLilly

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