Senior Biologics Analytical Scientist - Late-Stage

AbbVie Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Long-term incentive programs

Paid time off

Stock/RSU opportunities

Job summary

AbbVie Operations Parenteral PDS&T Biologics Analytical group is seeking a senior leader to oversee late-stage biologics analytical development, method validation, and data-driven decision making within a GMP environment. You will guide a team of scientists and collaborate across functions to ensure robust QC methods for monoclonal antibodies, ADCs, and related modalities.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, mentorship, and regulatory readiness, with responsibility for study design,

Qualifications

• PhD (8+ years), Master’s or Bachelor’s with supervisory experience in a scientific field.
• GMP laboratory experience including designing studies, protocols and reports.
• Experience with investigations, validations, and out of trend evaluations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of protein chemistry/biochemistry related to biologics.
• Excellent scientific writing and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for a team of scientists responsible for late‑stage biologics analytics.
• Lead analytical characterization, method development, validation, and data interpretation.
• Troubleshoot methods, guide study execution, and ensure documentation quality.
• Oversee lab activities, standards, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Contribute to project progress and present scientific plans/data.

Skills

Scientific leadership

GMP experience

Team supervision

Analytical method development

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry / Biochemistry / Biology

Tools

HPLC

Capillary electrophoresis

AQbD knowledge

Job description

AbbVie Operations Parenteral PDS&T Biologics Analytical group is seeking a senior leader to oversee late-stage biologics analytical development, method validation, and data-driven decision making within a GMP environment. You will guide a team of scientists and collaborate across functions to ensure robust QC methods for monoclonal antibodies, ADCs, and related modalities.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, mentorship, and regulatory readiness, with responsibility for study design,