Associate Scientist II - Develop Ability

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About Abb Vie

Abb Vie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about Abb Vie, please visit us at  Follow @abbvie on Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and You Tube.

The Development Sciences Biologics Drug Product Development organization within Abb Vie develops and characterizes drug product formulations and manufacturing processes to provide clinical dosage forms to enable the development of Abb Vie’s pipeline. Abb Vie is seeking a highly motivated person to join the Biologics CMC Develop ability Team. Our team utilizes start-of-the-art biophysical and analytical instrumentation to support the early-stage assessment of candidates coming out of the Discovery pipeline with the opportunity to influence the design and development of stable drug product formulation and manufacturing processes for biologics used in clinical trials.

The primary responsibilities of this role include performing efficient biophysical analytical assessments of candidate molecules in a laboratory environment, documenting results in an electronic notebook system in an organized manner, contributing to cross-functional initiativesinthe development of cutting-edge predictive molecular models,and identifying ways to improve existing workflows. The role requires an individual capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, challenging the status quo, and independent problem-solving.

• Demonstrate technical proficiency in multiple analytical techniques and appropriately modify protocols, as required, to suit the changing needs of research/development sciences
• Independently generate precise, reliable, and reproducible data in a timely manner
• Place data in proper scientific context by consulting relevant literature
• Learn and understand new experimental techniques
• Respondto changing priorities and short lead times for multiple tasks; identify problems and work toward solutions
• Data interpretation, criticallyassesscollectedresultsandnotepotential deviations
• Data analysis, using in-house and self-developed tools to expedite routine workflows and facilitate rapid project turnaround times
• Troubleshoot issues encountered duringexperimentationand while using scientific instruments

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent education, with typically 3 or more years’ experience ORM a Master's Degree or equivalent education (no additional experience) in the field of chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, bioengineering,or related disciplines with industry experience.
• Prior experience withpharmaceuticalbiologics and related analytical methods, instruments, and software(HPLC, CE-SDS, icIEF, DSF, DSC, viscometers, Empower, etc.)is required.
• Experience with coding (Python) would be advantageous.
• Excellent oral communication skills in a scientific setting as well as sound technical writing and documentation competencies.
• Must be a strong communicator, team player,curious,andopen to suggestions/experimentation for improvement.

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes ingood faith it will pay for this role at thetimeofthis posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note:

No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable.

Theamountandavailabilityof anybonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company'ssoleandabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodifiedat the Company’s sole and absolute discretion consistent with applicable law.

Abb Vie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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