AbbVie · 21 hours ago
Principal Research Scientist I - Biologics Analytical R&D
North Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
6+ years expAbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on innovative medicines and solutions. They are seeking a Principal Research Scientist I in Biologics Analytical R&D to lead method development and validation for complex biologic therapeutics, while also growing a team and contributing to innovative product development strategies.
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Responsibilities
Effectively function as a scientist, generating original technical ideas and research or development strategies
Demonstrate the ability to resolve key project hurdles and assumptions by effectively utilizing available information and technical expertise
Independently responsible for project science within his/her area of expertise on one or more project teams leading the method development and validation for complex biologic therapeutics
Proactively seek out new information in the literature and incorporate this into individual projects as well as the overall program
Work in partnership with colleagues from Discovery, Process Chemistry/Engineering Formulation Development, and Characterization departments, among others
Qualification
Required
BS or equivalent education and extensive, typically 14+ years of experience; MS or equivalent education with typically 12+ years of experience; PhD with typically 6+ years of experience in biologics assay development or related scientific area of discipline
Practical experience and strong knowledge in one or more of the following areas: ELISA Development, Bioassay Development, Reporter Gene Assay Development
Previous cGMP or GLP experience and attention to detail in documentation
Demonstrated record of independent thought, creativity and scientific accomplishment
Must have a solid understanding of protein/oligonucleotide chemistry and biochemistry, particularly as related to biologics drug development
Strong data and time organization/management skills coupled with strong interpersonal and effective communication skills for facilitating collaborations with a demonstrated ability to lead cross functional process development teams
Effective writer and communication of research or other regulatory materials
Experience with assay automation
Benefits
Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Short-term incentive programs
Company
AbbVie
AbbVie is a biopharmaceutical company focused on immunology, oncology, neuroscience, virology, and aesthetics. It is a sub-organization of AbbVie.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15B2024-02-27Post Ipo Debt· $15B
2023-03-08Post Ipo Equity· $0.25M
2012-12-20IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Michael
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
Micah Bregman
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