Sr Scientist I, Analytical R&D, Chromatography

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie Analytical Research & Development (ARD) seeks a Separations Scientist to lead chromatographic method development for a diverse pipeline, spanning small molecules to biotherapeutics. The Screening Lab emphasizes high-throughput approaches and robust, reliable analytical methods for project teams.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in chromatography, analytical method development, and in-silico modeling.

Qualifications

• Possesses thorough theoretical and practical understanding of own scientific discipline.
• Effective writer and communicator of research or regulatory materials.
• Proven, hands-on experience in the development of novel complex analytical methods.
• Experience with in-silico techniques such as chromatographic modeling and machine learning; knowledge of Fusion, Drylab, ChromSword or GoSilico would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ability to resolve key project hurdles and assumptions to deliver results within project timelines.
• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.
• Proactively seek new information in the literature and apply to projects.
• Seize opportunities to pursue leads aligned with group strategy.
• Develop high-throughput platform screening capabilities for separation-based assays.
• Evaluate novel technology approaches and build scientific profile internally and externally.
• Maintain high productivity in the lab and communicate with stakeholders.
• Adhere to corporate standards including GxP, safety, and proper handling of materials.
• May mentor a team and evaluate performance.

Skills

Theoretical & practical understanding

Communication of research/regulatory

Fundamental chromatography theory

Novel analytical method development

In-silico techniques (modeling, ML)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree or equivalent

PhD (optional)

Tools

Chromatography modeling tools (Fusion, Drylab, ChromSword, GoSilico)

Job 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 atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.

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 atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.

Purpose

Job Description

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 ARDsChromatography 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 groups strategy.
• Develophigh-throughput platform screening capabilities for separation-based assays.
• Expected to evaluate novel technology approaches and build scientific profile both internally and externally in terms of pipeline contributions and scholarly achievements.
• Maintain a high level of productivity in the lab, and communicate effectively withnumerous stakeholders.
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable.
• May mentor/supervise a team of one or more and guide and evaluate the performance of those individuals; is accountable for the effective performance of the team/individuals.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent education and typically 10years of experience, Masters 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 Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

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