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

AbbVie; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Relocation support

Wellness benefits

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Co‑op in Analytical Development in Waltham, MA for a six‑month program (July–December). The role focuses on optimizing analytical methods for biologics, LC‑MS characterization, and contributing to regulatory‑readiness data.

You’ll work with cross‑functional teams and gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced biopharmaceutical setting. Current students pursuing a Master’s degree in analytical chemistry or related field with strong communication skills are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in university for at least one semester after the co‑op.
• Expected graduation date May 2028–Dec 2028.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to work independently and in cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support development and evaluation of analytical methods for biologics characterization.
• Perform lab experiments including sample prep, instrument operation, and data collection.
• Analyze and interpret data to identify trends across process conditions.
• Support characterization of ADCs or other complex biologics using LC‑MS.
• Assist with developing efficient analytical screening workflows.
• Organize, visualize, and summarize analytical results for technical discussions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet project objectives.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Biochemistry

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in analytical chemistry

Tools

LC-MS

Protein characterization

Job 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, X and YouTube.

Company Description

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, X and YouTube.

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

Minimum Qualifications

• 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

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 or local law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable 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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