Principal Scientist, Process Chemistry (Drug Substance)

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan

Long-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie Process Chemistry seeks a Principal Research Scientist II to drive drug substance process development for small molecules. The role involves leading project teams, mentoring staff, and designing scalable synthetic routes with cross-functional colleagues across chemistry and engineering.

A strong background in GMP and regulatory documentation is essential. The candidate will contribute to strategic planning, timelines, and robust manufacturing processes while advancing AbbVie's pipeline

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of cross-functional process development teams.
• Strong background in organic chemistry and GMP manufacturing.
• Experience guiding drug substance development programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or participate in drug substance process development and characterization.
• Develop scalable processes and translate them from lab to manufacturing.
• Mentor staff and share expert knowledge across teams.
• Draft and review regulatory documents and technical memos.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Process development

Regulatory understanding

Advanced organic chemistry

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

AbbVie Process Chemistry seeks a Principal Research Scientist II to drive drug substance process development for small molecules. The role involves leading project teams, mentoring staff, and designing scalable synthetic routes with cross-functional colleagues across chemistry and engineering.

A strong background in GMP and regulatory documentation is essential. The candidate will contribute to strategic planning, timelines, and robust manufacturing processes while advancing AbbVie's pipeline