Senior Scientist II, Biologics Analytical R&D

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company innovating in healthcare as a Senior Scientist II in Biologics Analytical R&D. You will lead the development of advanced analytical techniques for biologics, including antibodies and novel molecules, contributing to the transformation of medical solutions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic team, focusing on method development and regulatory collaboration, central to the success of the pharmaceutical pipeline.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in relevant discipline or MS with required experience.
• Hands-on expertise in HPLC/UPLC and CE-SDS.
• Experience with analytical Multivariate Analytical Procedures development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize analytical methods using HPLC/UHPLC, CE-SDS.
• Independently lead method development for complex therapeutics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Skills

HPLC

CE-SDS

chromatography

spectroscopy

analytical techniques

Education

Ph.D. in Biochemistry

MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

Hamilton liquid-handling platform

Tecan liquid-handling platform

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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 immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onX,Facebook,Instagram,YouTube,LinkedInandTik Tok.

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 immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onX,Facebook,Instagram,YouTube,LinkedInandTik Tok.

Job Description

Group

AbbVie Biologics Analytical Research & Development (Biologics Analytical R&D) is a global analytical sciences organization responsible for all CMC analytical activities related to the development of AbbVie's pharmaceutical products. Our Early Analytical Development team owns analytical strategy, method development, release & stability testing for IND-enabling biologic programs developed internally, partnering closely with Drug Substance, Drug Product, Regulatory Affairs, QA and Process Development Sciences & Technology.

Our scope includes AbbVie's diverse pipeline of innovative therapeutic biologic medicines and spans from the selection of Discovery candidate molecules through the transition of analytical methods and testing to commercial labs to support product launch. We are building a world-class team of scientists and leaders who will drive the advancement of industry-leading analytical capabilities and make meaningful contributions to advance AbbVie's pipeline of innovative medicines. Careers in AbbVie Biologics Analytical R&D provide unique opportunities to work with global and cross-functional teams to drive exceptional science and innovative product development strategies.

The biologics early analytical development group develops state-of-the-art analytical techniques for analysis of therapeutic proteins and other novel biologic molecules using separation science and other biophysical techniques. We are looking for diverse candidates with strong scientific and leadership experience to join the AbbVie Analytical R&D team and can offer exciting and rewarding career opportunities for these candidates.

Overview

The candidate will focus on development and implementation of analytical assays for the analysis of complex biologics including antibodies, antibody drug conjugates, and new modalities. The candidate will use and develop a variety of analytical techniques including chromatography, electrophoresis, spectroscopy, and automated methods. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and testing of complex and automated assays and will contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation within the group.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively function as a scientist, generating original technical ideas and research or development strategies.
• Develop and optimize early-stage analytical methods using HPLC/UHPLC, CE-SDS and other separation/biophysical techniques.
• Drive the development of automated workflows for liquid handling platforms to improve method robustness and throughput.
• Author CMC analytical sections of IND/IMPD filings and contribute to global regulatory strategy alongside Reg Affairs.
• Collaborate daily with DS, DP, QA, late-stage stakeholders, and external CROs to align on method readiness and data packages.
• Demonstrate the ability to resolve key project hurdles and assumptions by effectively utilizing available information and technical expertise.
• Independently responsible for project science within his/her area of expertise on one or more project teams leading the method development and validation for complex biologic therapeutics.
• Proactively seek out new information in the literature and incorporate this into individual projects as well as the overall program.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a closely related discipline or MS degree with 8 years of experience.
• Qualification for Senior Scientist I: Ph.D. with 0-4 years of experience is required with relevant experience or MS with 8 years of experience.
• Qualification for Senior Scientist II: Ph.D. with 4+ years of experience is required with relevant experience or MS with 10 years of experience.
• Hands-on expertise with HPLC/UPLC and CE-SDS, plus working familiarity with Hamilton or Tecan liquid-handling platforms.
• Working knowledge of cGMP expectations for early clinical materials; routine QC execution is not expected.
• Experience applying chemometrics / multivariate data analysis (e.g., PCA, MVM) and statistics to model-based method development.
• Demonstrated record of independent thought, creativity and scientific accomplishment (e.g. peer reviewed journal publications, patents).
• Must have a solid understanding of protein/oligonucleotide chemistry and biochemistry, particularly as related to biologics drug development.
• Strong data and time organization/management skills coupled with strong interpersonal and effective communication skills for facilitating collaborations with a demonstrated ability to lead cross functional process development teams.
• Demonstrated scientific curiosity, creativity and comfort operating in ambiguitykey to inventing from scratch.
• Effective writer and communication of research or other regulatory materials.
• Experience with analytical Multivariate Analytical Procedures development and/or validation a plus.
  
  

Additional Information

• This is an on-site opportunity based in AbbVie's Abbott Park location in IL.
• Leveling will be commensurate to experience.
  
  
  

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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