Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Principal Research Scientist II, Process Chemistry

AbbVie

Principal Research Scientist II leading process chemistry research and development for active pharmaceutical ingredients across multiple modalities. The role focuses on catalytic process innovation, leveraging AI/ML and high-throughput experimentation, with responsibility for scientific leadership and team mentorship in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategy development and implementation for complex synthetic problems using catalytic methods
  • Identify and design chemical catalysts for novel or improved API synthetic transformations
  • Apply AI/ML tools and high-throughput experimentation to accelerate reaction screening and optimization
  • Lead cross-functional project teams for process development across small molecules, peptides, and antibody-drug conjugates
  • Mentor scientists, direct project strategies, and author technical reports, patents, and regulatory documents

Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in organic chemistry with 16+, 14+, or 8+ years experience respectively
  • Deep expertise in synthetic organic chemistry with demonstrated hands-on catalysis experience
  • Experience with high-throughput experimentation platforms and data analysis workflows
  • Proven track record as scientific leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Demonstrated innovation in chemical and automation technologies
  • Experience in synthetic molecule process development and external scientific publications
  • Proven people management experience and established industry leadership in catalysis
Vacancy posted 14 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Principal Research Scientist II, Process Chemistry in North Chicago, IL vacancy
  •  ...YouTube. Job Description Job Description  The Process Chemistry group is responsible for inventing and executing the...  ...AbbVie is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Principal Research Scientist II to contribute to chemical process research and development... 
    Suggested
    Local area

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    15 days ago
  •  ...Instagram, X and YouTube. Job Description AbbVie Process Chemistry is responsible for the chemical development of AbbVie’s...  ...candidates.  We are looking for a highly motivated Principal Research Scientist II who can make scientific contributions and develop strategies... 
    Suggested
    Work experience placement
    Local area

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    6 days ago
  •  ...Description: AbbVie is a global, research-based biopharmaceutical company...  ...than 170 countries. AbbVie Process Chemistry is seeking a Senior Principal Research Scientist to conduct process research and...  ...Principal Research Scientist II level dependent upon years of experience... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Local area
    Worldwide

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...candidate selection, MPDD scientists use state-of-the-art...  ..., and solid-state chemistry, to collaboratively...  ...robust commercial processes and align control...  ...computational chemistry for a Principal Scientist II position. This...  ...program updates, research strategies, and scientific... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    a month ago
  •  ...AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated Principal Research Scientist II – Central Core Function Operations...  ...stakeholders to align priorities, standardize processes, improve workflows, and drive...  ...+ years of experience in analytical chemistry, chemistry, life sciences,... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    a month ago
  •  ...product launch. We are a world-class team of scientists and leaders driving the advancement of...  ..., we collaborate with the Drug Product Process Development groups to design and execute...  ...scientific discipline (e.g., Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biology) with previous... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...and  YouTube .  Job Description Purpose: Process Engineers in Product Development Science &...  ...performance.    The Peptide Process Engineer will research and/or conduct project activities with a group of scientists within the individual’s area of expertise by effectively... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work experience placement
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...Development Science & Technology (PDS&T) organization is seeking a highly motivated, talented, and creative Principal Research Scientist II to be a key contributor for our Process Engineering Science team within Parenteral PDS&T, offering advanced technical expertise in the... 
    Local area

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    7 days ago
  •  ...Instagram ,  X and  YouTube. Job Description The Process Chemistry group is responsible for inventing and executing the...  ...AbbVie is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Principal Research Scientist I to contribute to chemical process research and development... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    14 hours ago
  •  ...AbbVie seeks a Principal Research Scientist I in Process Chemistry to develop biocatalytic processes for active pharmaceutical ingredient synthesis across multiple therapeutic modalities. The role combines expertise in biocatalysis, synthetic organic chemistry, and AI/... 

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    10 days ago
  •  ...intersection of science, innovation, and impact? AbbVie's Research and Development Process Engineering team is on the front lines of...  ...-changing medicines — and we're looking for a Principal Research Engineer I /II to help us push the boundaries of what's possible... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    a month ago
  •  ...formulations and manufacturing processes to provide clinical dosage...  ...are seeking an experienced scientist to lead modeling efforts within...  ..., and Information Research. Key Responsibilities:...  ...Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...YouTube. Job Description For the Principal Research Scientist I position, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Process Analytical Technology (PAT) scientist to...  ...Process Engineering, Process Chemistry, Drug Product Development, manufacturing... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    26 days ago
  •  ...seeking a highly motivated and experienced scientist to join our Quantitative, Translation &...  ...QTAS, discovery biology/pharmacology/chemistry scientists to generate data and knowledge...  ...and in vitro approaches  ~ Externalize research in the form of full length publications... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...AbbVie seeks a Principal Research Scientist II to lead the US Pharmacokinetics Team in preclinical drug development. The role combines scientific expertise in pharmacokinetics and toxicokinetics with team leadership, strategic planning, and operational excellence initiatives... 

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    10 days ago
  • Job Description 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...
    Local area

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    11 days ago
  •  ...Instagram ,  X and  YouTube. Job Description Process Engineers in Product Development Science &...  ...from the lab to a manufacturing environment. The Sr Principal Scientist, Process Engineering, will research and conduct project activities with a group of scientists... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work experience placement
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    a month ago
  •  ...AbbVie seeks a Senior Principal Research Scientist or Director of Process Engineering to lead drug product manufacturing development for small molecule candidates. The role involves scaling laboratory processes to commercial production and may include technical leadership... 

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    13 days ago
  •  ...YouTube. Job Description AbbVie Information Research seeks a Principal Research Data Scientist to design, architect, and develop AI data solutions...  ...have experience with text mining and unstructured data processing.  Must have experience with Pharmaceutical R&D... 
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...YouTube. Job Description Process engineers support API and...  ...performance.   Purpose Lead research and/or project activities with a group of scientists within the individual’s area of...  ....  Effectively function as a principal investigator, generating original... 
    Local area

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    15 days ago
  •  ...encompasses drug substance and intermediate manufacturing. The individual will handle direct research and/or project activities and professional development of a group of scientists within the individual’s area of expertise by effectively mentoring, guiding and/or... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...and communicate novel multidisciplinary research or development strategies that achieve project...  ...and area goals. Must serve as a lead scientist on projects and contribute scientific...  ...Demonstrated ability to function as a principal investigator, generating original technical... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...to support pipeline advancement. As project toxicologist, this scientist will work cross-functionally, providing critical subject...  ...Demonstrate ability to function independently, generating original research or development strategies.  Possess thorough theoretical and... 
    Local area

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    14 days ago
  •  ...YouTube. Job Description Process engineers support API and natural...  ...performance. Purpose Lead research and/or project activities with a group of scientists within the individual’s area of...  ....  Effectively function as a principal investigator, generating... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie

    North Chicago, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...to support pipeline advancement. As project toxicologist, this scientist will work cross-functionally, providing critical subject...  ...Demonstrate ability to function independently, generating original research or development strategies.  Possess thorough theoretical and... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    a month ago
  •  ...better? Job Description The Clinical Research Coordinator reflects the mission,...  ...coordinating a clinical trial as delegated by the Principal Investigator under all applicable...  ...some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment... 
    Hourly pay
    Local area
    Relocation package
    Shift work

    Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

    Lake Forest, IL
    3 days ago
  •  ...complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Clinical Research Coordinator Gurnee, IL, US About Company: Elevate Clinical Research is a mission-driven organization expanding access... 

    ELEVATE CLINICAL RESEARCH, INC.

    Gurnee, IL
    4 days ago
  •  ...challenges through various phases ~ of development ~ Provide leadership and daily support to the Lab QA team ~ Drive continuous process improvement within Product Development QA by ~ updating/authoring policies/processes/procedures and related documents ~ Lead QA... 
    Full time
    Local area

    AbbVie Inc.

    North Chicago, IL
    a month ago
  • $28 per hour

     ...Description Florida Clinical Trials Group is seeking a  Clinical Research Coordinator who is ready to contribute to a growing oncology...  ...for a position where they can contribute, learn, improve processes, and grow with the organization. \n \n \n Previous  oncology... 

    Florida Clinical Trials Group

    Mundelein, IL
    4 days ago
  • $149.3k - $298.7k

    Abbott’s Rapid & Molecular Diagnostics (RMDx) seeks a strategic and results-driven Director of Marketing to lead the Marketing function for Toxicology, Workplace & eScreen. You will shape the marketing vision, drive performance, and build a high-performing team, partnering...

    Jobleads-US

    Lake Forest, IL
    2 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Principal Research Scientist II, Process Chemistry. Be the first to apply!