Scientist I - Analytical Chemistry

3d3 days ago

AbbVie

North Chicago, US · Full-time · $85,000 – $115,000

About this role

The Scientist I, Analytical Chemistry investigates, identifies, develops, and optimizes new methods and techniques to generate reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. The role requires reading and adapting scientific literature to accomplish assignments while demonstrating broad technical expertise.

Day-to-day work centers on utilizing analytical separation and detection modes for complex impurity profiling of small-molecule drug products, peptides, APIs, and intermediates. The scientist independently designs and conducts critical experiments that further project goals while interpreting multistage results.

Work occurs within a cGMP environment focused on emerging manufacturing processes for pharmaceutical products. The position demands adherence to corporate standards for safety, GxP compliance, and appropriate handling of controlled materials.

Success requires maintaining high proficiency across projects and applying theoretical frameworks from relevant scientific literature to solve problems. The role offers opportunities to implement innovative experimental protocols and master new techniques within analytical chemistry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 5 years of experience, or Master’s Degree with minimum 2 years of experience.
Theoretical and practical knowledge of ICP/MS, ICP and MS.
Understanding of cGMP and current regulatory requirements.
Strong technical background in analytical chemistry with excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to independently design, execute, and interpret critical experiments.
Hands-on experience with HPLC analysis, method development, and spectroscopic techniques.
Experience with computerized data handling systems, data analysis, and statistical approaches.
Ability to multitask and work within timelines as a self-motivated, detail-oriented individual.

Responsibilities

Utilize understanding of analytical techniques to conduct research on small-molecule drug products, peptides, APIs, intermediates, and impurities.
Apply analytical separation and detection modes for complex impurity profiling of pharmaceutical products.
Independently design and conduct critical experiments that further project goals.
Interpret results from multistage experiments, note deviations, and pursue relevant follow-up experiments.
Implement and innovate new experimental protocols and techniques.
Perform routine and complex tasks competently and independently to generate reliable results.
Understand relevant scientific literature and apply theoretical frameworks to solve problems in a timely manner.