Scientist I - Analytical Chemistry

Job Description

Job Description

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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  Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. 

Job Description

For the Scientist I, Analytical Chemistry position, we are seeking a highly motivated candidate with a strong scientific research background, proven technical proficiency, and ability to effectively collaborate on cross-functional teams. The role will support late-phase development of peptide drug substance assets –  familiarity with peptide synthesis & associated analytical testing are critical to success. You should also have experience in core analytical chemistry disciplines and common analysis techniques, as well as experience developing, validating and transferring analytical methods. Successful applicants will be able to work independently, efficiently troubleshoot technical problems, and clearly communicate findings within and across technical teams.  

Responsibilities

• Independently plan and perform method development, validation, execution, and assessment of results.
• Resolve and troubleshoot routine scientific and technical issues independently. 
• Evaluate new technologies to solve scientific challenges or improve technological capabilities. 
• Understand and execute established techniques independently.
• Document experimental activities and results in using an electronic data acquisition and management systems. 
• Demonstrate proficiency in numerous scientific software applications to collect, process, and report data.
• Prepare protocols and reports as well as quality, safety, and regulatory documents.
• Interact directly with partners outside the department with minimum oversight.
• Present results and actively engage with local and global teams.
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, and GxP compliance, where applicable. 

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or equivalent education with 5+ years of experience or Master’s Degree or equivalent with 2+ years of experience. 
• Practical knowledge of modern peptide manufacturing processes.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of various chromatographies including HPLC, GC, and IC. Experience with mass spectrometry including method optimization, data collection, and interpreting results.  
• Understanding of cGMP and regulatory requirements. 
• Experience in analytical techniques relevant to peptide product development including mass spectrometry, amino acid analysis, advanced separation techniques, and higher-order structure studies. 
• Self-motivated, hard-working, detail-oriented individual able to work in a fast-paced team environment. 
• High-quality written and oral communication skills and ability to interact effectively with interdisciplinary scientists and engineers. 
  
  

Key Leadership Competencies: 

• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance. 
• Demonstrates agility in triaging priorities, pivoting strategy when faced with change, and independently resolving bottlenecks and conflicts. 
• Highly developed ability to work as part of a team and an effective communicator. 
• Creates a positive learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement. 
• Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation, and manages innovation to reality. 
• Actively supports and instructs less experienced colleagues. 
• A quick learner who is highly motivated to drive for results. 

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at  the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors  including  geographic location, and we may ultimately  pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be  modified in the future. ​

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),  medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​

• This job is eligible to  participate in our short-term incentive programs.  ​

Note: No amount of pay is  considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned,  vested,  and determinable. The amount and availability of  any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a   particular employee  remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be  modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion,  consistent with applicable law. ​

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