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Senior Scientist I, Drug Product Development

AbbVie
September 17, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (North Chicago, IL)
Worldwide
$183,500 - $183,500 USD yearly
Operations
Role: Senior Scientist I in Biologics Drug Product Development at AbbVie, focusing on formulation, process development, and characterization of biologics and genetic medicines. Responsibilities: lead formulation and process studies, support scale-up and technology transfer, stay updated on industry advances, and drive innovation initiatives; may represent Bio DPD in cross-functional teams. Requirements: Bachelor's (typically 10+ years), Master's (8+ years), or PhD with relevant biologics formulation and characterization experience; adept in biologics degradation, stabilization, DoE, and data analysis. Preferred: knowledge of cGMP/regulatory guidance, experience with sterile manufacturing operations (e.g., lyophilization, filtration), managing third-party manufacturers, and quality risk management. High-value: biologics, protein therapeutics, process and formulation development, cGMP, scale-up, and regulatory compliance. Collaboration with discovery, analytical R&D, bioprocess, and manufacturing teams. Work setup: not specified, but likely on-site given the nature of development activities.