Scientist I - Analytical Chemistry

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Short-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Scientist I in Analytical Chemistry to support late-phase development of peptide drug substances. The role requires developing, validating, and transferring analytical methods, with experience in peptide manufacturing and core analytical techniques such as HPLC, MS, and amino acid analysis.

You will work with interdisciplinary teams, troubleshoot, and communicate findings effectively while adhering to cGMP and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s level education in chemistry/chemical biology with corresponding lab experience.
• Proven experience with peptide manufacturing processes and analytical methods.
• Hands-on expertise with HPLC, GC, IC, and mass spectrometry including method development and data interpretation.
• Familiarity with cGMP/regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical development.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Independently plan and perform method development, validation, execution and assessment of results.
• Troubleshoot routine scientific and technical issues.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve capabilities.
• Execute established techniques independently.
• Document experiments in EDR systems and generate reports.
• Utilize scientific software to process and report data.
• Prepare protocols and regulatory documents.
• Interact with external partners with minimal supervision.
• Present results and engage with local and global teams.
• Adhere to Code of Conduct, safety and GxP standards.

Skills

HPLC

GC

IC

Mass spectrometry

Amino acid analysis

Analytical method development

cGMP compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Electronic data systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Biology

Master’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Electronic data acquisition software

Job description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

For the Scientist I, Analytical Chemistry position, we are seeking a highly motivated candidate with a strong scientific research background, proven technical proficiency, and ability to effectively collaborate on cross-functional teams. The role will support late-phase development of peptide drug substance assets – familiarity with peptide synthesis & associated analytical testing are critical to success. You should also have experience in core analytical chemistry disciplines and common analysis techniques, as well as experience developing, validating and transferring analytical methods. Successful applicants will be able to work independently, efficiently troubleshoot technical problems, and clearly communicate findings within and across technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Independently plan and perform method development, validation, execution, and assessment of results.
• Resolve and troubleshoot routine scientific and technical issues independently.
• Evaluate new technologies to solve scientific challenges or improve technological capabilities.
• Understand and execute established techniques independently.
• Document experimental activities and results in using an electronic data acquisition and management systems.
• Demonstrate proficiency in numerous scientific software applications to collect, process, and report data.
• Prepare protocols and reports as well as quality, safety, and regulatory documents.
• Interact directly with partners outside the department with minimum oversight.
• Present results and actively engage with local and global teams.
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, and GxP compliance, where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or equivalent education with 5+ years of experience or Master’s Degree or equivalent with 2+ years of experience.
• Practical knowledge of modern peptide manufacturing processes.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of various chromatographies including HPLC, GC, and IC. Experience with mass spectrometry including method optimization, data collection, and interpreting results.
• Understanding of cGMP and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in analytical techniques relevant to peptide product development including mass spectrometry, amino acid analysis, advanced separation techniques, and higher-order structure studies.
• Self-motivated, hard-working, detail-oriented individual able to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• High-quality written and oral communication skills and ability to interact effectively with interdisciplinary scientists and engineers.

Key Leadership Competencies

• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance.
• Demonstrates agility in triaging priorities, pivoting strategy when faced with change, and independently resolving bottlenecks and conflicts.
• Highly developed ability to work as part of a team and an effective communicator.
• Creates a positive learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.
• Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation, and manages innovation to reality.
• Actively supports and instructs less experienced colleagues.
• A quick learner who is highly motivated to drive for results.

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

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