Senior Bioanalysis Scientist: Small Molecule & Peptide LC-MS

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

Job summary

AbbVie in North Chicago is seeking a highly motivated scientist to join our Non-regulated Bioanalysis Team. This lab-based role emphasizes developing and implementing LC/MS-based bioanalysis to support preclinical studies and pipeline enabling work.

Ideal candidates have strong LC-MS expertise, experience with regulatory/ CRO settings, and the ability to mentor junior scientists while maintaining rigorous study documentation.

Qualifications

• PhD (0+ years), MS (8+ years) or BS (10+ years) in analytical chemistry or related field.
• In-depth understanding of LCMS methodology and quantitative science, with a focus on synthetic molecules.
• Hands-on experience with one or more current LC-MS/MS platforms and software; familiarity with automated sample preparation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support method development and optimization for quantitative bioanalysis; hands-on experience in peptide extraction, separation, and quantification is required.
• Independently investigate, evaluate, and implement new analytical methodologies and technologies to meet challenging assay requirements while maintaining effective resource utilization.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and provide quick response to address instrument and assay issues.
• Execute operational activities including supporting pipeline enabling preclinical studies to meet timelines, operate and maintain LC/MS instruments, and maintain accurate study documentation in electronic notebooks.
• Stay current with emerging literature and development of analytical science.
• Mentoring junior scientists.

Skills

LC-MS/MS knowledge

Analytical chemistry

Pharmacokinetics

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Analytical chemistry degree (PhD/MS/BS)

Tools

LC-MS/MS platforms

Automated sample preparation

Job description

AbbVie in North Chicago is seeking a highly motivated scientist to join our Non-regulated Bioanalysis Team. This lab-based role emphasizes developing and implementing LC/MS-based bioanalysis to support preclinical studies and pipeline enabling work.

Ideal candidates have strong LC-MS expertise, experience with regulatory/ CRO settings, and the ability to mentor junior scientists while maintaining rigorous study documentation.