Sr. Scientist I (Novel Biologic Entities- Bioanalysis and Translational Science Group- QTAS)

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

Job Description

The Quantitative, Translational ADME Sciences (QTAS) department at AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated scientist to join the Novel Biologic Entities-Bioanalysis and Translational Science group. The main function of this position is to develop and implement LC/MS (liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry)-based bioanalysis and characterization assays of novel biologics entities. The successful candidate will be experienced in the optimization and implementation of novel and routine LC/MS-based bioanalytical methods for protein and proteome characterization and quantitation to support in vivo PK, TK, and PK/PD studies as well as in vivo stability characterization of complex biotherapeutic modalities. The candidate will be responsible for sample preparation, method development, bioanalytical assay operations, data analysis, report generation, and data presentation. 

 
Key tasks and responsibilities:   

• Operate and maintain LC/MS instruments to generate high-quality experimental data. 
• Perform affinity purification of biotherapeutic (including but not limited to monoclonal and multispecific antibody, antibody drug conjugates, Fusion Proteins, antibody-siRNA conjugates, and tLNPs). 
• Perform proteomics/immunopeptidomics sample preparation workflows 
• Analyze data and maintain detailed, accurate and comprehensive study documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks. Communicate data interpretation internally and externally.
• Facilitate assay optimization and implementation to ensure laboratory capacity and data quality.
• Generate new scientific proposals and lead resulting efforts. Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques. Act as a lead scientist in his/her area of expertise and critically evaluate relevant scientific and regulatory advances and integrate this knowledge into research or development programs. 

Qualifications

· Ph.D. (0+ years), M.S. (8+ years), or B.S. (10+ years) of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.

• Highly motivated, self-driven and results-oriented with excellent communication and presentation skills; capable of working both as a team player and individual contributor.
• Prior industry experience in drug discovery/development is preferred. In-depth understanding of in vivo PK, TK and PK/PD studies and corresponding bioanalytical assays as well as  in vitro / in vivo characterization assays is highly desired.
• In-depth understanding of LC-MS methodology with the focus on protein mass spectrometry and hands-on experience with wide range of mass spectrometers, including QQQ, TOF and orbitrap platforms, are highly desired.
• Hands-on experience with proteomics/immunopeptidomics samples preparation as well as automated liquid handling systems is strongly preferred. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze data using advanced software tools such as Protein Metrics Byos and GraphPad Prism. 
• Passion for generating ideas, learning, solving technical problems, and applying new technologies to advance scientific goals.

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. ​

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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