Company Description 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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. Job Description AbbVie Biologics Analytical Research & Development (Biologics ARD) is a global analytical sciences organization responsible for all CMC analytical activities related to the development of AbbVie's therapeutic biologic products. Our scope includes AbbVie's diverse pipeline of innovative therapeutic biologics medicines, including monoclonal antibodies, antibody drug conjugates (ADC), and other novel modalities, and spans from the selection of Discovery candidate molecules through the transition of analytical methods and testing to commercial labs to support product launch. We are building a world-class team of scientists and leaders who will drive the advancement of industry-leading analytical capabilities and make meaningful contributions to advance AbbVie's pipeline of innovative medicines. Careers in AbbVie Biologics ARD provide unique opportunities to work with global and cross-functional teams to drive exceptional science and innovative product development strategies. The Analytical Development-Early Stage group within Biologics ARD is responsible for support of programs transitioning from discovery through clinical proof of concept. The team leads fit for purpose method development and validation. In collaboration with cross-functional partners, the team supports early phase formulation and process development studies. Key deliverables include product control strategies informed by analytical data and method understanding; fit for purpose analytical methods; data packages that drive product and process understanding; clinical supplies release testing and stability studies to establish clinical product dating; and associated clinical trial application. Key Responsibilities + Effectively function as a senior research scientist, generating original technical ideas and research or development strategies. + Demonstrate creative “out of the box” thinking to solve difficult problems and champion new analytical technologies to achieve project goals. + Independently responsible for project activities within area of expertise while also contributing within the project team to the overall progress of the program. + Deliver results in a team-oriented setting and willing to work across scientific disciplines to drive programs through critical milestones. + Generate new scientific proposals and lead those efforts. Anticipate and critically evaluate scientific or regulatory advances or competitive threats and respond with appropriate new strategies. + Effectively organize and present scientific plans and data. + Author technical documents (e.g., methods, protocols, reports, etc.), scientific publications, presentations, and regulatory documents. Qualifications + PhD (4+ years), Master’s Degree (10+ years), or Bachelor’s Degree (12+ years) in scientific discipline (e.g., Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biology) with previous laboratory experience. + Practical experience and strong knowledge of protein HPLC (e.g., SEC, IEX, HIC), capillary electrophoresis, and other separation techniques as applied to protein analysis. + Must possess a solid understanding of protein chemistry and biochemistry, particularly as related to biologics drug development. + Maintain a laboratory notebook in compliance with Good Laboratory/Manufacturing Practices. + Demonstrated independent problem-solving ability in science and technical proficiency. + 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. Level and compensation will be commensurate with experience. 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. ​ + This job is eligible to participate in our long-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, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html Salary: $103,500 - $197,000