Senior Scientist I / II - Biologics Analytical R&D
AbbVie
June 24, 2026
Remote friendly (North Chicago, IL)
United States
$109,500 - $208,500 USD yearly
Clinical Research and Development
Key Responsibilities
- Function as a scientist, generating original technical ideas and research/development strategies.
- Resolve key project hurdles and assumptions using available information and technical expertise.
- Independently lead project science within area(s) of expertise, including method development and validation for complex biologic therapeutics.
- Proactively seek and incorporate new literature information into individual projects and overall programs.
- Partner with colleagues across Discovery, Process Chemistry/Engineering, Formulation Development, Characterization, and others.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences (or closely related) or MS with 8 years of experience.
- Senior Scientist I: Ph.D. with 0–4 years (relevant experience) or MS with 8 years.
- Senior Scientist II: Ph.D. with 4+ years (relevant experience) or MS with 10 years.
- Practical experience and strong knowledge in one or more: protein/oligonucleotide HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, MALS, automation and/or spectroscopy for biologics.
- Prior cGMP or GLP experience and strong documentation attention to detail.
- Proven independent thought/creativity and scientific accomplishment (e.g., publications, patents).
- Strong understanding of protein/oligonucleotide chemistry and biochemistry relevant to biologics drug development.
- Strong data/time management and interpersonal communication skills; ability to lead cross-functional teams.
- Effective writing and communication of research/regulatory materials.
- Experience with Multivariate Analytical Procedures development and/or validation (plus).
Benefits (as stated)
- Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick); medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Eligible for short-term incentive programs.
- Function as a scientist, generating original technical ideas and research/development strategies.
- Resolve key project hurdles and assumptions using available information and technical expertise.
- Independently lead project science within area(s) of expertise, including method development and validation for complex biologic therapeutics.
- Proactively seek and incorporate new literature information into individual projects and overall programs.
- Partner with colleagues across Discovery, Process Chemistry/Engineering, Formulation Development, Characterization, and others.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences (or closely related) or MS with 8 years of experience.
- Senior Scientist I: Ph.D. with 0–4 years (relevant experience) or MS with 8 years.
- Senior Scientist II: Ph.D. with 4+ years (relevant experience) or MS with 10 years.
- Practical experience and strong knowledge in one or more: protein/oligonucleotide HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, MALS, automation and/or spectroscopy for biologics.
- Prior cGMP or GLP experience and strong documentation attention to detail.
- Proven independent thought/creativity and scientific accomplishment (e.g., publications, patents).
- Strong understanding of protein/oligonucleotide chemistry and biochemistry relevant to biologics drug development.
- Strong data/time management and interpersonal communication skills; ability to lead cross-functional teams.
- Effective writing and communication of research/regulatory materials.
- Experience with Multivariate Analytical Procedures development and/or validation (plus).
Benefits (as stated)
- Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick); medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Eligible for short-term incentive programs.