Scientist, Biologics Purification
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Biotech Research, Pharmaceutical Science/ Research
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.
Job DescriptionJoin Abb Vie’s Biologics Discovery Sciences group and make a tangible impact in advancing innovative biologic therapies. As a scientist specializing in Biologics Purification, you will play a pivotal role in driving drug discovery, collaborating within a dynamic team dedicated to supporting transformative science that improves patient lives worldwide. Youwill leverage yourexpertisetodeliver high-puritymulti-specific antibody-based biologic candidates with suitable purity/characteristics to support the advancement of vital in vitro (i.e. drug-like property assays, binding, cell-based assays, etc.)
and in vivo studies (i.e. efficacy, non-GLP NHP PK, DRF, etc.).
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadend-to-end purification campaignsat production-based scalesfordeliveryof high-quality multi-specificantibody biologics to support critical researcheffortsandprogramdecisions
- Design and optimize downstream purification strategies using advanced chromatographytechniquestoremove process impurities, mitigate product liabilities, and achieve target quality attributes
- Apply deep analytical expertise to characterize molecules, process intermediates, impurities, and final drug candidates, enabling data-driven process decisions
- Drive scientific innovation and continuousprocessimprovement by identifying and implementing novel approaches that enhance downstream biologics development workflows
- Partner across multidisciplinary teams, translatingprocessinsights into functional resultsto accelerate the advancement of therapeutic candidates
- Communicate scientific findings with clarity and influence,presentingtechnicalinformationto diverse audiencestosupport project progression and knowledge sharing
- BS orMSinBiochemistry, Biophysics,Biomedical, Chemical Engineering,or a related field, with typically 5-7years (BS) or2-5years (MS) of experience
- Demonstrated expertiseinpreparative-scalecolumnchromatographytechniques(i.e.affinity, IEX, HIC, multimodal) forantibody-basedbiologicspurification
- Hands-on experienceoperatingAKTAchromatography system sand Unicornsoftware
- Strong foundation in analyticalcharacterization techniques, includingHPLC,gelelectrophoresis,ELISA,mass spectrometry, and related methods
- Knowledge of biologicsmanufacturingor process development is a plus
- Solidunderstandingofprotein structure,molecularattributesand post-translationalmodifications impactingbiologicquality and performance
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences
- Track record of scientific curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning
- Collaborative mindset with a passion for teamwork, scientific rigor, and delivering impactful solutions
Position will be filled at level commensurate with extent of education, experience, and accomplishment— Scientist I or Scientist II
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