Senior Scientist, Biologics Purification II

About the role

Join AbbVie's Biologics Discovery Sciences group and make a tangible impact in advancing innovative biologic therapies. As a scientist specializing in Biologics Purification, you will play a pivotal role in driving drug discovery, collaborating within a dynamic team dedicated to supporting transformative science that improves patient lives worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead small-scale (
• Design and execute advanced chromatography techniques and robust bioprocess development strategies to address production impurities and liabilities to deliver high quality biologics to therapeutic areas
• Apply Design of Experiments (DOE) with high throughput automation to optimize chromatography conditions for enhanced separation and resolution of complex protein mixtures
• Leverage AI and programming expertise to design and build data capture workflows and data warehousing infrastructure that supports machine learning development
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, translating molecular insights into functional results
• Present findings clearly to diverse audiences and document results with rigor

Requirements

• Deep proficiency in bioprocessing, column chromatography, and biotherapeutics manufacturing
• Experience operating high throughput automated liquid handling systems for chromatography applications (i.e. plate-based screening, robocolumns)
• Experience designing and executing DOE studies with successful application to protein production scale-up
• Experience with chromatography instrumentation and software (i.e. Unicorn)
• Experience developing bioinformatics tools and APIs for real-time data acquisition, extraction, and storage in LIMS environments
• Familiarity with programming languages (i.e. Python) and AI/ML tools

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Bioinformatics, Biophysics, Chemical Engineering, or related field with typically 12+ years (BS), 10+ years (MS), or 4+ years (PhD) of experience
• Strong understanding of molecular and post-translational attributes of biologics
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Collaborative spirit and dedication to scientific excellence

Skills

• Programming languages (i.e. Python)
• AI/ML tools

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)

Pay

Compensation range is determined based on job grade and may be modified in the future. This job is eligible to participate in long-term incentive programs.

Schedule

Full-time