Scientist I – Analytical Expert Genetic Medicine Drug Product Development (all genders) (fullti[...]

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Tik Tok.

At AbbVie, we strive to push the boundaries of science and innovation to improve life quality globally. As part of our vibrant team, you'll help transform the possibilities in neurological and psychiatric care into realities. Join a global powerhouse with over 50,000 employees worldwide, including 3,000 in Germany, where your expertise will address tomorrow's unmet medical needs.

Join our team in the development of adeno-associated virus (AAV) formulations for gene therapy applications and other modalities such as monoclonal antibodies in the field of biopharmaceuticals.

Make your mark by:

1. Supporting the development of stable formulations. Designing and executing experiments in the lab to characterize and optimize formulation candidates and demonstrate suitability of methods. Identifying and implementing the best-suited analytical methodologies.
2. Collaborating with international teams, including Preformulation and Analytics.
3. Identifying and developing novel analytical and screening methods in partnership with relevant functions such as the analytical development team.
4. Contributing to establishing AAV formulation development capabilities (i.e., lab infrastructure and analytical instruments). Working alongside experts from various disciplines, utilizing cutting-edge equipment, and adapting to emerging technologies and challenges.
5. Documenting experiments and results clearly and accurately in electronic laboratory notebooks. Sharing results and interpretations in international development teams. Reporting on experimental work and progress to peers, management, and partnering stakeholders.
6. Preparing and contributing relevant documentation for regulatory submissions.
7. Staying updated on advances in analytical technologies, including attendance at relevant conferences.
8. Contributing to scientific dialogue within AbbVie’s global scientific community.
9. Managing and maintaining lab equipment and supplies, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.

This is how you can make a difference

1. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education with typically 5 years of experience, or Master’s Degree or equivalent education with typically two years of experience in pharmacy, biotechnology, biology, or related fields. Practical experience is a plus, optimally in an industrial environment. Experience in development work / analytics with AAVs is a significant plus.
2. Proficiency in common analytical methods for biopharmaceutical products, including but not limited to Dynamic Light Scattering, Liquid Chromatography, Capillary Electrophoresis, Plate-based Binding Assays, Spectrophotometry, osmometry, viscosimetry, etc.
3. Proven track record of conducting high-quality research, encompassing experimental design, data analysis, documentation, and interpretation.
4. Experience in authoring technical reports in English, including data interpretation for regulatory submissions.
5. Strong communication and team collaboration skills to effectively contribute to multidisciplinary team environments and collaborative research projects.
6. Personal initiative and problem-solving capabilities to develop innovative solutions within pharmaceutical development challenges.
7. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to publish and present scientific results.
8. Fluency in English is mandatory, German language knowledge is a plus.

What we offer you:

1. A diverse work environment where you can have a real impact.
2. An open corporate culture.
3. An attractive salary.
4. An intensive onboarding process with a mentor at your side.
5. Flexible work models for a healthy work-life balance.
6. Corporate health management that offers comprehensive health and exercise programs.
7. Company social benefits.
8. A wide range of career opportunities in an international organization.
9. Top-tier, attractive development opportunities.
10. A strong international network.

Multiple times, we have been globally recognized as a "Great Place to Work" and we are proud to provide our employees with the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance. We take our impact on the environment and our communities seriously and therefore focus on giving something back on a regular basis. We are committed to equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion (EED&I) – a commitment that is fundamental to us. This includes appreciating different perspectives, creating an inclusive culture, and treating all employees with dignity and respect.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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