Senior Research and Development Specialist
5 days ago
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to join our Drug Product Design and Development (DPDD) group within the Small Molecule CMC organization at AbbVie. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing formulations that enable delivery of AbbVie's candidate molecules in a dosage form for clinical evaluation during early development.
This challenging opportunity is based in North Chicago, IL, and requires a strong background and hands-on experience in formulation design, characterization, and process development. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with cross-functional development partners to develop stage-appropriate drug products to support clinical development.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the formulation design for small molecule development candidates within the AbbVie pipeline.
- Interface to drug product development teams to ensure that biopharmaceutical and physicochemical considerations are incorporated into formulation design.
- Advance scientific expertise within function. Proactively demonstrate leadership by advising and sharing knowledge and expert opinions with subordinates, peers, and senior management.
- Ensure development of technologies and scientific innovation that improve the capability to formulate small molecules within the AbbVie pipeline.
- Collaborate with other functions within AbbVie to align a broad range of strategies that directly support development programs.
- Ensure compliance with AbbVie safety, quality, and regulatory policies and government regulations.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A Master's degree or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Physical Pharmacy, Biopharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or Material Sciences.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (pharmacist) or PhD in Pharmaceutical Technology.
- High affinity for laboratory work and high level of self-initiative.
- Strong theoretical and practical background in relevant pharmaceutical technologies such as dry/wet granulation, extrusion, spray drying, tableting, and coating.
- Expertise in developing, manufacturing, and characterizing amorphous solid dispersions is advantageous.
- Fundamental understanding of physicochemical and biopharmaceutical properties as related to formulation design is advantageous.
- Scientific problem-solving, experimental design, and trouble-shooting skills.
- Technical awareness in various aspects of drug development, adherence to rigorous scientific method, and commitment to the scientific process.
- Strong communication skills and ability to clearly communicate theories/concepts, influence others without authority, and drive technical excellence.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team setting.
AbbVie offers 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 short-term incentive programs and long-term incentive programs. We estimate the annual salary for this role to be approximately $140,000 - $160,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
About AbbVieAbbVie is an equal opportunity employer committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community, and embracing diversity and inclusion. We strive to create 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.
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