Central Core Lab Ops Lead – ADME & Bioanalysis

BioSpace

North Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

AbbVie in North Chicago seeks a Principal Research Scientist II to lead a centralized core function operations team supporting ADME, Bioanalysis, and Translational Sciences. The role emphasizes strategic planning, process standardization, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance data integrity and efficiency.

The candidate will partner with scientific leaders to drive continuous improvement, develop metrics, and manage instrumentation, automation, and IT-enabled workflows across the

Qualifications

PhD with 8+ years, MSc with 14+ years, or BS with 16+ years in analytical chemistry, life sciences, engineering, or related field.
Experience in scientific operations management in pharma/biopharma.
Experience leading operational workflows in a complex lab environment.

Responsibilities

Lead centralized operational activities supporting ADME, Bioanalysis, and Translational Sciences core functions.
Partner with scientific/technical leaders to standardize processes and improve workflows.
Monitor performance with dashboards and metrics; forecast demand and manage capacity.
Oversee vendor relationships and outsourcing activities.
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team towards operational excellence.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Influencing skills

Leadership

Education

PhD

Tools

LC-MS systems

Robotics

Automation

Laboratory IT systems

Instrumentation coordination

Job description

The candidate will partner with scientific leaders to drive continuous improvement, develop metrics, and manage instrumentation, automation, and IT-enabled workflows across the

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