Associate Scientist, Chemistry

Job description

Purpose AbbVie's Product Development Science & Technology group is seeking an Associate Scientist level Process Chemist to conduct late-stage chemical process development, support projects from late clinical development through commercialization and throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated scientist, with a proven track record of accomplishment in the field of organic synthesis, to work in a multi-functional team environment. The candidate will be responsible for developing organic chemistry processes and executing on scale to provide practical access to potential therapies, which may include small molecules and/or antibody drug conjugates. The candidate will support the development and oversight of process chemistry and manufacturing controls at commercial sites. The position involves multi-disciplinary interactions with scientists, engineers, and cross-functional collaborators involved in bringing therapies to market. Responsibilities Perform independent experimentation to generate reliable and consistent data. Use data analysis to guide future work. Troubleshoot experiments and instrumentation. Learn and understand new experimental techniques. Ability to impact projects through lab and manufacturing plant-based activities. Provide support to manufacturing facilities during commercial production Present technical topics to cross-functional stakeholders Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable. Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent education, with typically 3 or more years’ experience or Master’s Degree or equivalent education (no additional experience). A range of functional expertise in modern synthetic organic chemistry, compound purification, spectral analysis and interpretation. An ability to problem solve using lab and literature-based resources. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Key Leadership Competencies: Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance. Learns fast, understands key objectives, and can change course quickly where indicated. Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo. Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement. Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation, and manages the transition from innovation to implementation. Adheres to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, quality, and appropriate handling of materials.