Sr. Director - Ecosystem Growth and Contributor Partnerships

RoleLead engagement and ecosystem development for Lilly TuneLab, an AI/ML-driven drug discovery platform supporting early-stage biotech collaborations. This role is central to expanding Lilly’s collaborative ecosystem for AI-powered drug discovery, supporting the platform’s growth and impact in biopharma innovation. Responsibilitiesdevelop strategies for user and contributor growth facilitate onboarding build partnerships with startups, academia, and venture groups manage inbound interest represent the platform at industry events Key focus on fostering a vibrant community that accelerates AI-enabled drug discovery, ensuring platform adoption, and shaping future platform features. RequirementsPhD in biology or chemistry over 10 years in drug discovery or development 4+ years in business development or ecosystem building High Valuedeep understanding of drug discovery models and tools experience with biotech startups and academic collaborations proficiency in open innovation frameworks Skillsstrong relationship-building strategic thinking excellent communication proactive self-starter ability to translate scientific value into partnership opportunities Work SetupTravel approximately 30% active presence at 6-10 conferences annually Preferredfamiliarity with AI/ML tools in life sciences experience in community engagement