Analytical Scientist II: Method Dev & Impurity Analysis

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Short-term incentive program

Job summary

AbbVie Analytical Research & Development is seeking a Scientist II to independently develop and optimize analytical methods for drug substances and products across preclinical to clinical programs. You will contribute to impurity profiling, regulatory-ready data, and method transfers with global teams.

The role requires a strong background in analytical chemistry, chromatography, and data management, with a track record of rigorous scientific work and collaborative problem solving in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry with relevant experience.
• Strong analytical chemistry background and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on experience with chromatography (HPLC, UPLC, GC) and spectroscopy.
• Proficiency with chromatography data review and instrument troubleshooting.
• Experience with data handling systems and electronic data management.
• Excellent written and oral communication for cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize analytical methods and data generation for NCEs in preclinical and clinical programs.
• Improve existing laboratory methods and processes to ensure reliable data.
• Collaborate with PCS, Process Chemistry, Process Engineering, DPD, QA, and CMC-Regulatory teams.
• Apply analytical techniques to impurity profiling and cGMP manufacturing support.
• Generate technical data, transfer methods, and support regulatory submissions.
• Independently perform laboratory research with minimal direction.
• Interpret data and design follow-on experiments; present findings to project teams.
• Maintain high scientific rigor and adhere to safety and GxP guidelines.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Chromatography (HPLC/UPLC/GC)

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Cross-functional collaboration

GxP compliance

Problem solving

Fast learner

Team player

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry

Master's degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry

Tools

Waters Empower CDS

SLIMS / LIMS

Job description

AbbVie Analytical Research & Development is seeking a Scientist II to independently develop and optimize analytical methods for drug substances and products across preclinical to clinical programs. You will contribute to impurity profiling, regulatory-ready data, and method transfers with global teams.

The role requires a strong background in analytical chemistry, chromatography, and data management, with a track record of rigorous scientific work and collaborative problem solving in a