2027 Biologics Analytical Development Co-Op (July-Dec)

AbbVie Inc.; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Relocation support for eligible

Select wellness benefits and paid time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a 6‑month Co‑Op in Analytical Development at its Waltham, MA site, offering hands‑on experience in biologics characterization, method development, and data analysis within a fast‑paced biopharmaceutical environment.

The role emphasizes chromatographic and MS-based techniques, cross‑functional collaboration, and documentation practices. You must be enrolled in a related Master’s program and committed to July–December.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university pursuing a Master’s degree in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, or a related field.
• Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the co-op.
• Expected graduation date between May 2028 – Dec 2028.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory and cross-functional team environment.
• Willingness to learn new analytical techniques and follow established laboratory safety and documentation practices.
• Must be able to commit to a 6-month program at AbbVie’s site located in Waltham, MA (July - December).

Responsibilities

• Supporting the development and evaluation of analytical methods for biologics characterization, with a focus on chromatographic and mass spectrometry-based techniques.
• Performing laboratory experiments, including sample preparation, instrument operation, and data collection, under appropriate guidance.
• Analyzing and interpreting experimental data to identify trends, differences across process conditions, and potential product quality attributes.
• Supporting characterization of ADCs, or other complex biologic molecules using techniques such as LC-MS, and related analytical platforms.
• Assisting with the development of efficient analytical screening workflows to support process development and sample comparison.
• Organizing, visualizing, and summarizing analytical results for technical discussions, presentations, and project updates.
• Collaborating with analytical, process development, and other cross-functional teams to support project objectives.
• Maintaining accurate experimental records and follow established laboratory procedures and safety requirements.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Analytical chemistry

Chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s in analytical chemistry

Enrollment in university for at least one semester after co-op

Expected graduation May–Dec 2028

Tools

LC-MS

Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, XandYouTube.

Job Description

Envision spending 6 months working with energetic colleagues and inspirational leaders, all while gaining world-class experience in one of the most dynamic organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a reality for AbbVie AbbVie Co-Ops.

AbbVie PDST Analytical Development supports biologics development through analytical characterization, method development, and scientific investigation of product quality attributes. The team collaborates across functions to generate data and insights that enable process development, product understanding, and regulatory readiness. Co-ops contribute to analytical studies, data analysis, and technology development while gaining hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced biopharmaceutical development environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the development and evaluation of analytical methods for biologics characterization, with a focus on chromatographic and mass spectrometry‑based techniques.
• Performing laboratory experiments, including sample preparation, instrument operation, and data collection, under appropriate guidance.
• Analyzing and interpreting experimental data to identify trends, differences across process conditions, and potential product quality attributes.
• Supporting characterization of ADCs, or other complex biologic molecules using techniques such as LC-MS, and related analytical platforms.
• Assisting with the development of efficient analytical screening workflows to support process development and sample comparison.
• Organizing, visualizing, and summarizing analytical results for technical discussions, presentations, and project updates.
• Collaborating with analytical, process development, and other cross‑functional teams to support project objectives.
• Maintaining accurate experimental records and follow established laboratory procedures and safety requirements.

Qualifications

MinimumQualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university and pursuing a Master’s degree in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, or a related field.
• Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the co‑op.
• Expected graduation date between May 2028 – Dec 2028.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a laboratory and cross‑functional team environment.
• Willingness to learn new analytical techniques and follow established laboratory safety and documentation practices.
• Must be able to commit to a 6-month program at AbbVie’s site located in Waltham, MA (July - December).

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, or protein characterization
• Research experience in analytical chemistry, protein science, or biologics

Additional Information

Benefits and Amenities:

• Competitive pay
• Relocation support for eligible students
• Select wellness benefits and paid holiday / sick time

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at thetimeofthis posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographiclocation,andwemayultimatelypaymore orless than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin thefuture.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.Theamountandavailabilityof anybonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company'ssoleandabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodifiedat the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

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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