AbbVie
Scientist, Biologics Purification
North Chicago, IL, United States · Senior
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 8 hours ago
Process ImprovementResearchMass SpectrometryProtein AnalysisAnimal StudiesPublic Speaking
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About the role
- Join AbbVie's Biologics Discovery Sciences group and make a tangible impact in advancing innovative biologic therapies.
- As a scientist specializing in Biologics Purification, you will play a pivotal role in driving drug discovery, collaborating within a dynamic team dedicated to supporting transformative science that improves patient lives worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end purification campaigns at production-based scales for delivery of high-quality multi-specific antibody biologics to support critical research efforts and program decisions
- Design and optimize downstream purification strategies using advanced chromatography techniques to remove process impurities, mitigate product liabilities, and achieve target quality attributes
- Drive scientific innovation and continuous process improvement by identifying and implementing novel approaches that enhance downstream biologics development workflows
- Partner across multidisciplinary teams, translating process insights into functional results to accelerate the advancement of therapeutic candidates
- Communicate scientific findings with clarity and influence, presenting technical information to diverse audiences to support project progression and knowledge sharing
Requirements
- BS or MS in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biomedical, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, with typically 5-7 years (BS) or 2-5 years (MS) of experience
- Demonstrated expertise in preparative-scale column chromatography techniques (i.e. affinity, IEX, HIC, multimodal) for antibody-based biologics purification
- Hands-on experience operating AKTA chromatography systems and Unicorn software
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences
Nice to have
- Knowledge of biologics manufacturing or process development is a plus
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- Track record of scientific curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning
- Position will be filled at level commensurate with extent of education, experience, and accomplishment- Scientist I or Scientist II
Company info
- 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.
- 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.
Equal opportunity
- Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
- 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
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