Scientist II Biologics Drug Product Development

Biologics Drug Product Development (Bio DPD) a part of Development Sciences within AbbVies R&D is a global organization that is responsible for drug product formulation and process development and definition of the product presentation for biologics (proteins conjugates peptides neurotoxins etc. and genetic medicine (AAV LNPs Cell Therapy).

AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated candidate for the position of Scientist II Biologics Drug Product Development located in North Chicago IL. We are seeking a scientist with experience in Biologics Formulation and Drug Product Development. Ideally someone who can do the following:

• Independently execute laboratory experiments to address critical project needs and identify opportunities for development and improvement in collaboration with supervisor. 
• Continuously seek to improve existing laboratory methods and processes. 
• Demonstrate mastery of experimental techniques and methods of data analysis used in daytoday responsibilities. 
• Collaborate effectively with crossfunctional groups to support project goals

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently design execute and interpret critical experiments to answer scientific questions. Understand the broad objectives of the project as well as their role in achieving those objectives and modify experimental plan when required to respond.
• Support development projects with handson laboratory experimentation data generation and analysis of results. As needed provide support for technical transfer and scaleup of laboratory process knowledge to manufacturing sites.
• Learn understand and master new experimental techniques and develop proficiency in techniques and act as a resource or mentor for others.
• Innovate and implement new experimental protocols.
• Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in his/her field.
• Set and meet experimental and project timelines in accordance with CMC strategy.
• Effectively organize and present scientific plans and data. Maintain detailed and organized electronic laboratory notebook and compile data into scientific presentations and reports to support project goals.
• Contribute to writing and conceptual framework of publications presentations and patents.
• Routinely read and apply relevant scientific literature. Impact projects mostly through lab and/or pilot plant based activities where applicable.

Qualifications :

• BS or equivalent education in Chemistry Biochemistry Chemical Engineering Bioengineering Pharmaceutical science or a related field with typically 7 or more years of experience or MS or equivalent education with 5 or more years of experience.
  • PhD applicants need not apply.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of protein biochemistry stability and analytics.
• Demonstrated ability to independently design execute and interpret critical experiments to answer scientific questions.
• Demonstrated ability to learn understand and master new experimental techniques.
• Ability to multitask and work within timelines.
• Demonstrated scientific writing skills and strong verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with biologics (proteins conjugates peptides and/or neurotoxins) and/or genetic medicine (AAV LNPs cell therapy) formulation development inuse studies and DP process development.
• Handson experience with biologics or genetic drug product preparation and analysis e.g. HPLC/UPLC UVVis spectroscopy CESDS icIEF HIAC MFI DLS DSC etc.
• Knowledge of Design of Experiment (DoE) data analysis and experience of statistical software packages is preferred.
• Understanding of relevant cGMP and regulatory guidance.
• Experience with sterile manufacturing unit operations (freezethaw mixing filtration filling and freezedrying) development and characterization
• Ability to multitask and meet timelines in a dynamic environment.

Additional Information :

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

• This is an onsite position located in AbbVies campus north of Chicago. 
• 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 shortterm 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 Companys sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys 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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