Sr Scientist I, Analytical R&D, Chromatography

Allergan; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie Analytical Research & Development (ARD) seeks an experienced Separations Scientist for the Chromatography Center of Excellence. You will contribute to high-throughput method screening and develop robust analytical methods for synthetic and biotherapeutic molecules, affecting multiple pipeline programs.

Successful candidates will apply fundamental chromatography theory, employ in-silico tools, and collaborate with project teams to deliver reliable methods for product development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; proven ability in chromatography.
• Strong understanding of theory and practical application in analytical methods.
• Excellent writing and communication of research/regulatory materials.
• Experience with chromatographic modeling and software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Solve project hurdles using available information and expertise to meet timelines.
• Publish research in peer‑reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Proactively seek new information from literature and apply to projects.
• Pursue project leads aligned with group strategy.

Skills

Chromatography theory

Method development

Scientific writing

Data analysis / ML in chromatography

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Fusion

Drylab

Chrom Sword

GoSilico

Job description

Company 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.

Job Description

Purpose:
AbbVie Analytical Research & Development (ARD) is a global analytical sciences organization responsible for all CMC analytical activities related to the development of AbbVie's pharmaceutical products. Our scope includes AbbVie's diverse pipeline of innovative small molecule and 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.

Within ARD’sChromatography Center of Excellenceis the Screening Lab, which functions as a high-throughput method screening and development group that serves a diverse set of stakeholders and impacts all pipeline programs. The Screening Lab is seeking an experienced Separations Scientist with expertise in chromatographic method development. An ideal candidate would have a proven track record of developing novel approaches for method development and solutions to difficult separations related challenges.The candidate should possess a strong understanding of the fundamental properties and theory of chromatographyas it pertains toboth synthetic andbiotherapeutic molecules.Additional experience withchromatographic method development software,advanced CDS control,downstream purification, and automation is desirable. In this dynamic and fast-paced environment, your expertise and insight will ensure that robust and reliable methods are provided to project teams.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the ability to resolve key project hurdles and assumptions by effectively utilizing available information and technical expertiseto deliver results within project timelines.
• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present work atboth internal and externalscientific conferences.
• Proactively seek out new information in the literature and incorporate this into individual project(s) as well as the overall program.
• Seize opportunities to pursue project relevant leads that are in line with the group’s strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and typically 10years of experience, Master’s Degree or equivalent education and typically8years of experience, PhD andno experience necessary.
• Possess thorough theoretical and practical understanding of own scientific discipline.
• Effective writer and communicator of research or other regulatory materials.
• Possesses a strong understanding of the fundamental properties and theory of chromatography.
• Proven, hands-on experience in the development of novel complex analytical methods.
• Experience with in-silico techniques such as chromatographic modeling and machine learning and knowledge of using Fusion®, Drylab®, Chromsword® or GoSilico® would be a plus.

Additional Information

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at thetimeofthis posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographiclocation,andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin thefuture.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.
• This job is eligible toparticipatein our short-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.Theamountandavailabilityof anybonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company'ssoleandabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodifiedat the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

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