Associate Director – Process Engineering / Principal Research Scientist II

Role: Principal Research Scientist I/II or Associate Director in Process Engineering, focusing on drug product development for synthetic molecules. Objectives: lead early-phase manufacturing process development, optimize formulation platforms, and support scale-up from bench to pilot plant for AbbVie's pipeline. Responsibilities: direct development of processes such as direct compression, granulation, hot melt extrusion, and film coating; collaborate with CMC teams to align manufacturing strategies with commercial plans; mentor peers, influence leadership, and, at the Associate Director level, provide technical leadership and team oversight; drive innovation in formulation technology; partner cross-functionally to support drug discovery programs; ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 16+ years, Master's or PharmD with 14+ years, PhD with 8+ years in relevant science fields; proven success in product innovation and process improvement; excellent collaboration skills. High-Value: expertise in small molecule formulation, early to late-stage development, process scale-up, and GxP compliance. Work setup: based at North Chicago, IL; no specific travel requirements stated.