Associate Scientist , Solid State​/Material Science

Associate Scientist I, Solid State/Material Science

• Full-time
• Salary Min: 58656
• Salary Max: 99000
• Workday Global Grade: 11
• Compensation: USD 58,656 - USD 99,000 - yearly

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.

The Molecular Profiling and Drug Delivery (MPDD) function within the Synthetic Molecules CMC organization is accountable for a broad range of deliverables across various stages of drug discovery and development. During lead optimization and through candidate selection, MPDD scientists utilize state‑of‑the‑art automation and computational tools supported by expertise in biopharmaceutics, drug delivery, and solid‑state chemistry to collaboratively progress candidates with higher probability of success into development and advise clinical formulation strategy.

From candidate selection through clinical proof of concept and product launch, MPDD scientists work in cross‑functional teams to identify the commercial solid form of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) and establish structure‑property‑performance correlations to help deliver robust commercial processes and align control strategies across drug substance and product. They also transition drug substance isolation processes and relevant physical characterization methods to commercial manufacturing sites and work within teams to ensure successful regulatory submissions.

Job Description:

Abb Vie's MPDD organization is seeking a highly motivated, talented, and creative scientist who is passionate in solid‑state and materials characterization for an Associate Scientist I position. This person will support solid form development of clinical candidates, drug substance process development, and materials characterization spanning the drug substance and drug product interface.

• Independently execute solid‑state activities, including polymorph screening, salt screening, and materials characterization to support pipeline projects.
• Support API crystallization, isolation, and milling process development to enable timely clinical deliveries with MPDD project leads.
• Demonstrate strong data interpretation and troubleshooting skills by evaluating experiments and instrumentation, and by suggesting, designing, and pursuing relevant experiments.
• Lead and support group safety, lab management, instrument maintenance, and overall laboratory operations to ensure efficient use of time, equipment, supplies, and reagents.
• Learn and effectively implement new experimental techniques and protocols, while applying basic scientific principles and consulting relevant literature to place data in proper scientific context.
• Maintain excellent documentation of all work, including electronic lab notebooks, test methods, and protocols.
• Present results and experimental information in team meetings and communicate scientific findings clearly.
• 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.

• BS with 0-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical or related industry. Preferred educational background includes but is not restricted to Chemical Engineering, Organic Chemistry, Physical Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Materials Science.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out job functions.

• Working knowledge of drug substance physical properties, polymorphism, and solid‑state characterizations (e.g., particle size, microscopy, flowability, surface area, thermal analysis, PXRD, etc.) relevant to pharmaceutical development and drug product manufacturability/stability.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, planning and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to work…