Lead Process Scientist, API & Natural Product Development

AbbVie

North Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401(k) plan
Long-term incentives

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Process Engineer to lead research and development activities for APIs, natural products, and related modalities from development through commercialization. You will mentor scientists, design and optimize processes, and collaborate with quality, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust, scalable solutions.

The role emphasizes independent project leadership, scientific insight, and contributions to publications or patents, with a strong focus on innovation and

Qualifications

  • BS, MS, or PhD in chemical engineering with 14+ (BS), 12+ (MS), or 6+ (PhD) years of relevant industrial experience.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Thorough theoretical and practical understanding of own scientific discipline.
  • Demonstrated ability to function as a principal investigator and generate original technical ideas.

Responsibilities

  • Leverage core chemical engineering principles in experimental design, data analysis, and problem-solving.
  • Adhere to code of conduct, safety, and GxP compliance across regulated operations.
  • Function as a principal investigator, generating technical ideas and development strategies.
  • Mentor and supervise a team, evaluating performance and guiding project work.
  • Lead and present at scientific conferences and contribute to publications and patents.

Skills

Chemical engineering
Process development
Project leadership
GxP compliance
Mentorship
Publications/patents

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in chemical engineering

Tools

Laboratory tools

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a Process Engineer to lead research and development activities for APIs, natural products, and related modalities from development through commercialization. You will mentor scientists, design and optimize processes, and collaborate with quality, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust, scalable solutions.

The role emphasizes independent project leadership, scientific insight, and contributions to publications or patents, with a strong focus on innovation and

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