Senior Principal Research Scientist​/Principal Research Scientist II

Senior Principal Research Scientist / Principal Research Scientist II

• Full-time
• Salary Min: 160500
• Salary Max: 305000
• Workday Global Grade: 21
• Compensation: USD 160,500 - USD 305,000 - yearly

• The candidate will lead the setting and implementation of the Process Chemistry strategy for projects across therapeutic modalities and will serve as a cross‑functional expert influencing overall strategy across Synthetic Molecules CMC R&D.
• The candidate will lead project teams in process development and characterization across modalities.
  • Lead the development and characterize processes in the laboratory and translate them to scalable processes.
  • Proactively advise and share knowledge and expert opinions with subordinates, peers, and senior leadership. Mentor staff in troubleshooting strategic and experimental issues.
  • Author and review key regulatory documents, laboratory data, technical memos and reports.
• The position involves multi‑disciplinary interactions with organic chemists, analytical chemists, engineers, drug product development scientists, asset strategy leadership, and program management.
• The candidate will identify and nurture ideas for continuous improvement activities and initiatives across Synthetic Molecules CMC R&D.
• The candidate will be responsible for setting project strategies, defining project responsibilities and timelines, developing control strategies, providing leadership in a matrixed team setting and developing robust processes for cGMP manufacturing.
• This position can be hired at the Sr. Principal Research Scientist or Principal Research Scientist II level dependent upon years of experience and education.

• Sr. Principal Research Scientist: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD Degree in Organic Chemistry with typically 18+ (BS), 16+ (MS) or 10+ (PhD) years of experience. Candidates with less experience may be considered for other opportunities.
• Principal Research Scientist II: Bachelor’s Degree in Science related field with 16 years of related work;
  Master’s Degree Science or PharmD with 14 years of related work;
  PhD in Science or related field with 8 years of related work experience.
• Experience managing and developing scientific leaders and teams in CMC is required.
• Experience with siRNA, antibody drug‑ and oligonucleotide‑conjugates (AOCs), and high‑potent compounds is preferred.
• Proven scientific leadership; strong interpersonal and communication skills for facilitating collaborations and a demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional process development teams and represent program strategy to allied functions and leadership.
• The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of modern organic chemistry, mechanistic theory, control strategy development (including mutagenic impurity and nitrosamine controls), and regulatory starting material strategies.
• An understanding of global regulatory expectations and experience with authoring development reports and regulatory filings is highly desirable.

Level and compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8-hour day)

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Experienced

Full-time

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 long‑term incentive programs.

Note:

No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employer remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at 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.