Job Description

Discover and Advance Your Full Potential

Lilly’s Visiting Scientist Fellowship (VSF) program exposes recent Pharm.D., M.D./D.O., and relevant Ph.D. or master’s degree graduates to a myriad of pharmaceutical functions and experiences, providing hands-on involvement with the drug development process. As a VSF, you will use your skills to make a positive impact on global patient care and medicine development. With many innovative molecules in our development pipeline, there has never been a better time to join Lilly.

The VSF program is a unique one-year postgraduate program. You will be assigned to one department, yet work closely with other areas, enabling you to learn about medical, commercial, regulatory, and other facets of drug development. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to discover and develop the next generation of drugs to improve patients’ lives.

Visiting Scientist Fellows Application and Selection Process 2026-2027 Cohort

To qualify for VSF, you must complete a Pharm.D., M.D./D.O., or relevant Ph.D. or master’s degree by June 2026, or have completed one no earlier than May 2023.
For more information about the VSF program and the positions offered for the 2026-2027 cohort, please register for our fall webinar sessions or download the VSF 2025-2026 Brochure, which reflects details from last year’s cohort. If you have any questions, please email vsf@lilly.com.