Senior Principal Research Scientist
AbbVie
August 31, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (North Chicago, IL)
Worldwide
$305,000 - $305,000 USD yearly
Operations
Role: Senior Principal Scientist in Process Engineering supporting API development and commercialization, focusing on peptide and traditional small molecule processes. Responsibilities: lead research and project activities, mentor scientists, design and optimize manufacturing processes, develop robust process control strategies, and oversee technology transfer to manufacturing sites. Drive innovation by integrating emerging scientific trends and improving existing processes; ensure compliance with corporate policies. Qualifications: PhD in Science or related field with ~10 years (or Master's with ~16 years, or Bachelor's with ~18 years) of relevant experience; extensive experience in process development and technical support, especially in peptide processing or related technologies. Skills: strong leadership, cross-disciplinary influence, innovation, and communication proficiency. High-Value: biopharma process development, peptide modalities, late-stage development to commercialization, technical transfer, and process optimization for GxP manufacturing environments. Work setup and travel details are not specified.