Principal Research Scientist - Biologics Analytical R&D

Company Description

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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about Abb Vie, please visit  Follow X, Facebook, Instagram, You Tube, Linked In and Tik Tok.

Abb Vie Biologics Analytical Research & Development (Biologics Analytical R&D) is a global analytical sciences organization responsible for all CMC analytical activities related to the development of Abb Vie s pharmaceutical products. Our scope includes Abb Vie s diverse pipeline of innovative therapeutic biologic medicines and spans from the selection of Discovery candidate molecules through the transition of analytical methods and testing to commercial labs to support product launch.

We are building a world-class team of scientists and leaders who will drive the advancement of industry-leading analytical capabilities and make meaningful contributions to advance Abb Vie s pipeline of innovative medicines. Careers in Abb Vie Biologics Analytical R&D provide unique opportunities to work with global and cross-functional teams to drive exceptional science and innovative product development strategies.

The biologics early analytical development group develops state-of-the-art analytical techniques for analysis of therapeutic proteins and other novel biologic molecules using separation science and other techniques. We are looking for diverse candidates with strong scientific and leadership experience to join the Abb Vie Analytical R&D team and can offer exciting and rewarding career opportunities for these candidates.

The candidate will focus on growing a team as well as hands-on development and implementation of ELISA and bioassays for the analysis of complex biologics including antibodies, antibody drug conjugates, and new modalities. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and testing of complex and automated assays and will contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation within the group.

• Effectively function as a scientist, generating original technical ideas and research or development strategies.
• Demonstrate the ability to resolve key project hurdles and assumptions by effectively utilizing available information and technical expertise.
• Independently responsible for project science within his/her area of expertise on one or more project teams leading the method development and validation for complex biologic therapeutics.
• Proactively seek out new information in the literature and incorporate this into individual projects as well as the overall program.
• Work in partnership with colleagues from Discovery, Process Chemistry/Engineering Formulation Development, and Characterization departments, among others.

• BS or equivalent education and extensive, typically 14+ years of experience; MS or equivalent education with typically 12+ years of experience;
  PhD with typically 6+ years of experience in biologics assay development or related scientific area of discipline
• Practical experience and strong knowledge in one or more of the following areas: ELISA Development, Bioassay Development, Reporter Gene Assay Development
• Previous cGMP or GLP experience and attention to detail in documentation.
• Demonstrated record of independent thought, creativity and scientific accomplishment.
• Must have a solid understanding of protein/oligonucleotide chemistry and biochemistry, particularly as related to biologics drug development.
• Strong data and time management skills coupled with strong interpersonal and effective communication skills for facilitating collaborations with a demonstrated ability to lead cross functional process development teams.
• Effective writer and communication of research or other regulatory materials.
• Experience with assay automation.
• Experience with

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible…