Priyasri Shotton

About Priyasri Shotton

Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” – Theodore RooseveltThis quote has guided me throughout my career — a reminder to make the most of every opportunity, with no excuses.Pharma leader with over 13 years of global experience spanning the U.S, India, and the Middle East. My expertise lies in Medical Affairs, Project & Research Management, and Launch Operations.Currently, I serve as Senior Director, Medical Affairs / Launch COO at Eli Lilly, where I’ve had the privilege of leading high-impact initiatives in the Cardiometabolic Health and Diabetes space. Highlights & AchievementsTop Molecule Launch, Lilly Cardiometabolic PortfolioSpearheaded early-phase development and Medical Affairs strategy executionCore contributor to Integrated Evidence Generation design and implementation 2022 Project Manager of the Year, PM Community of Practice BoardRecognized for excellence in execution, team motivation, and advancing best practicesCoached and championed project managers to deliver stronger performance and outcomesCOVID Platform LeadershipLed cross-functional teams from antibody selection to first-patient-visit in just 8 months🧬 What Drives MeI’m endlessly curious about the science & innovation - from diabetes breakthroughs to stem cell innovations and orphan drug development. I thrive where biology, strategy, and execution intersect, turning complex ideas into tangible outcomes.Time is of essence. Knowledge is power. Together, they form my ikigai.🤝 Let’s ConnectColleagues know me for my “can-do” attitude, bias for action, and collaborative spirit. I’m always eager to connect, share ideas, or brainstorm solutions.After all, great work is built on connection, curiosity, and contribution.

Experience

1. Senior Director- Acquisitions Transition (m & a)

   Eli Lilly and Company

   Apr 2026 — Present · US

   Acquisition Integration | Operating Model Strategy | Value Realization | Cross-functional ExecutionSenior leader driving end-to-end acquisition integration: diligence through execution- translating deal strategy into operating models, roadmaps, and deliver disciplined, high-impact execution.

Education

• Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Molecular Biology, Biochemistry & Microbiology

  2007 — 2012

Skills

• Cell
• Life Sciences
• Molecular Biology
• Protein Chemistry
• Editing
• Polymerase Chain Reaction (Pcr)
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Microbiology
• Research
• Cell Biology
• Project Management
• Validation
• Science
• Biochemistry
• Technical Writing
• Transcription
• Cell Culture
• Dna Extraction
• Pcr
• Biotechnology
• Leadership
• Dna
• Molecular Genetics
• Laboratory
• Drug Development
• Protein Expression
• Assay Development