Senior Process Chemist: Innovate API & Clinical Development

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist in Process Chemistry to invent and optimize chemical processes for API development, supporting pre-clinical through early clinical candidates. You will design scalable routes for small molecules, conjugates, and related modalities while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes independent laboratory work, rigorous data analysis, and timely publication of findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Organic Chemistry with 10+ (BS), 8+ (MS) or 0+ (PhD) years of experience.
• Deep understanding of modern synthetic organic chemistry, purification, and spectral analysis.
• Experience with peptides, bioconjugations, biocatalysis, AI/ML, or oligonucleotides is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute chemical processes to support clinical development of potential therapies.
• Demonstrate initiative and creativity in research to resolve project hurdles.
• Work autonomously in lab research and publish findings in peer-reviewed venues.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to enable high performance and maintain safety standards.

Education

Bachelor’s or higher degree in Organic Chemistry

MS in Organic Chemistry

PhD in Organic Chemistry

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist in Process Chemistry to invent and optimize chemical processes for API development, supporting pre-clinical through early clinical candidates. You will design scalable routes for small molecules, conjugates, and related modalities while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes independent laboratory work, rigorous data analysis, and timely publication of findings.