Scientist I - Analytical Chemistry

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North Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
Junior
Healthtech • Pharmaceutical
The Role
Designs and executes analytical methods for peptide product development, including method development, validation, troubleshooting, and data documentation under cGMP. Uses mass spectrometry, amino acid analysis, separation techniques, and protein analytics; prepares protocols/reports, interacts with cross-functional teams, and supports regulatory and quality documentation.
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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 www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. 

Job Description

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 a GMP compliant fashion 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.
  • Familiarity with chemical biology fundamentals and related analytical techniques including recombinant protein expression and purification, cell culture, immunoassays, and gels.
  • 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.
  • Quick learner who is highly motivated to drive 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 roleat  the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on manyfactors  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 isearned,  vested,  and determinable. The amount and availability of  any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that areallocable 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 absolutediscretion,  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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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or equivalent with 5+ years experience OR Master's degree or equivalent with 2+ years experience.
  • Practical knowledge of modern peptide manufacturing processes.
  • Familiarity with chemical biology fundamentals and related analytical techniques including recombinant protein expression and purification, cell culture, immunoassays, and gels.
  • 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.
  • Document experimental activities and results in a GMP-compliant fashion using electronic data acquisition and management systems.
  • Proficiency in scientific software applications to collect, process, and report data.
  • Ability to prepare protocols, reports, and quality, safety, and regulatory documents.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to interact effectively with interdisciplinary scientists and engineers.
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, able to work in a fast-paced team environment and support/coach less experienced colleagues.

AbbVie Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AbbVie and has not been reviewed or approved by AbbVie.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) contributions include a dollar-for-dollar match up to 6% plus an additional annual company contribution tied to age and service. Company-paid life insurance and other financial protections further strengthen long-term security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid leave programs include up to 12 weeks at 100% for parental leave and separate paid caregiver leave, with eligibility after six months where noted. Adoption and surrogacy reimbursements and family-building resources add further support.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage begins on day one with medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescription benefits, and preventive care covered at 100%. Options such as HSAs/FSAs and coverage for spouses/domestic partners and children up to age 26 broaden accessibility.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
50,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need.

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