Bioanalysis Scientist I/II - LC-MS/MS & High-Throughput

ABBVIE; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie's Quantitative, Translational & ADME Sciences (QTAS) group in North Chicago, IL seeks a Scientist to support high-throughput LC-MS/MS bioanalysis. The role focuses on sample preparation via protein precipitation, LLE, and SPE, plus operation of robotic systems and mass spectrometers.

Independent, detail-oriented scientists will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. The position offers cross-functional collaboration with Discovery and QTAS, opportunities to mentor junior staff,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry.
• Master’s degree with 2 years of experience in related field.
• Hands-on bioanalysis of small molecules, peptides, and large molecules in pharma.
• Experience with sample preparation and method development.
• Strong interpersonal and independent work skills.

Responsibilities

• Support LC-MS/MS-based PK/PD, efficacy, and exploratory toxicology bioanalytical studies.
• Conduct and optimize sample extraction using protein precipitation, LLE, SPE.
• Operate and troubleshoot robotic systems and LC-MS/MS platforms.
• Troubleshoot pre-analytical and bioanalytical issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation including LIMS and notebooks.
• Collaborate with Discovery and QTAS teams to support bioanalysis.
• Train and mentor junior scientists as needed.

Skills

bioanalysis

LC-MS/MS

sample preparation

protein precipitation

liquid-liquid extraction

solid-phase extraction

robotic systems

LC

data analysis

document control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry

Master’s degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry

Tools

Hamilton

Tecan

Leap/CTC PAL

Agilent HPLCs

Sciex 5500/6500

Discovery Quant

Analyst

SciexOS

MassHunter

LIMS

Job description

AbbVie's Quantitative, Translational & ADME Sciences (QTAS) group in North Chicago, IL seeks a Scientist to support high-throughput LC-MS/MS bioanalysis. The role focuses on sample preparation via protein precipitation, LLE, and SPE, plus operation of robotic systems and mass spectrometers.

Independent, detail-oriented scientists will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. The position offers cross-functional collaboration with Discovery and QTAS, opportunities to mentor junior staff,