Principal Research Scientist II - Analytical Development
AbbVie
August 29, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Waltham, MA
$268,500 - $268,500 USD yearly
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Principal Scientist II in Analytical Development supporting late-stage biologics, including mAbs, fusion proteins, and ADCs, within AbbVie's biologics pipeline. Responsibilities: lead and mentor separation-based assay development (HPLC, capillary electrophoresis), serve as process analytics lead in CMC teams, develop and troubleshoot analytical methods, support regulatory submissions (IND/BLA), and collaborate across R&D and PDS&T functions to ensure strategic alignment and technical excellence. Qualifications: PhD in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or chemical engineering; 8+ years in biotech/pharma, with proven expertise in biologics analytical techniques, including protein and impurity analysis, mass spectrometry, and ELISA; strong technical writing skills for regulatory documents; leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills; ability to manage multiple projects and adapt quickly. High-Value: biologics (mAbs, fusion proteins, ADCs), late-stage development, CMC, regulatory submissions, analytical method development, GMP environment. WorkSetup: On-site with cross-functional collaboration; travel information not specified.