Technical Development Program

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Welcome to AbbVie!

We are a global research-based biopharmaceutical company that combines the focus and passion of leading-edge biotech with the expertise and capability of an established pharmaceutical leader. Redefining what is possible is our business and our passion. Our goal is to help patients live healthier lives and we are proud to be a Great Place to Work.

We are now recruiting for our 2026 Technical Development Program (TDP) intake at our site in Westport Co. Mayo.

The TDP is a site-specific three-year program comprised of three twelve-month rotations assignments in different areas of Operations. Assignments are crafted to develop exceptional functional and technical skills by working on a wide range of projects and gaining exposure to different areas within operations with each assignment.

Over the course of the three-year program you will be given extensive opportunities to develop both professionally and personally which will give you the required skills needed for future success within our organization. We will work with you to create a personalized development plan to serve as a step-by-step guide towards the experiences knowledge and resources necessary to achieve your career goals.

The Programme provides members with experiential learning formal training and performance management along with mentoring by our leaders. The Programme takes a personalised approach that incorporates members skills interests as well as business need into assignment selection. Most importantly this program helps build future technical leaders of AbbVie.

So lets tell you a little more about this role..

As a member of the Technical Development Programme you will;

• Work on assignments and cross functional project teams within AbbVies operations departments such as; Technical Operations New Product Introduction Aseptic Fill-finish Drug Products.
• Receive extensive on the job training and participate in professional training courses that give all the tools needed to become a Technical Subject Matter Expert.
• Work with a mentor and your assignment managers to map out a career path with AbbVies operations.
• Develop a well-rounded skill set through each of your assignments.

Qualifications :

Education:

• You will be graduating in 2026 or a recent graduate in a technical discipline eg. Engineer Chemist Pharmacist Microbiologist etc. (Bachelors or Masters degree).

Technical Skills and Experience:

• At least one internship or similar working experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Strong academic performance and extra-curricular achievement.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and proven track record of teamwork adaptability innovation initiative integrity and professional maturity.
• Highly ambitious as well as strong aspiration to develop into a Technical Subject Matter Expert.
• Excellent presentation time management and attention to detail skills.

So does this all sound like the right role for you Then come join AbbVies TDP! Closing date is 1st May 2026!

Additional Information :

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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Employment Type :

Full-time