Principal Research Scientist I/II Biologics Quality Control in Biologics Analytical R&D (all genders) (full-time, permanent)

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie'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 - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

People. Passion. Possibilities. Three words that make a world of difference.

More than a job. It's a chance to make a real difference.

Welcome to AbbVie! As part of an international company with 58,000 employees worldwide and around 3,500 employees in Germany, you will have the opportunity of addressing some of tomorrows unmet medical needs in close collaboration with your colleagues. Are you passionate about improving global health care? Do you want to contribute to improving patients' quality of life through your expertise? In a challenging work environment that offers opportunities of developing and increasing your own skills? Youve come to the right place!

Together, we break through – as Principal Research Scientist I/II Biologics Quality Control in Biologics Analytical R&D (all genders)

The Principal Scientist I/II will be an integral part of the Analytical Innovation and Mass Spectrometry Team in the Bio CMC division. The role involves supporting analytical aspects of biologics products with a focus on advancing AbbVie’s early-stage clinical programs. This position calls for an individual with a strong technical analytical background, demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to effectively communicate and work cross-functionally.

Make your mark:

• Lead and mentor scientists specializing in separation-based assays including HPLC and capillary electrophoresis for sample testing to support biologics mab and DS process development, characterization, validation as well as GMP manufacturing investigation activities.  
• Serve as analytical representative in AbbVie's CMC teams, supporting early-stage biologics pipeline assets. Balance stakeholder expectations to ensure effective collaboration.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for analytical test methods, providing expertise and support for method development, execution, and troubleshooting.
• Evaluate and select effective analytical technologies and methods to meet program needs. Support automation and development of high-throughput analytical methods and drive timely delivery of high-quality testing results.
• Participate in the preparation and review of technical documents for early-stage programs. Take responsibility for analytical test methods, their development and validation, test method transfer to internal and external partners, as well as perform batch release activities
• Collaborate with other analytical teams in R&D and PDS&T on program transition, workflow and program strategic alignment. Provide guidance to peers on project management, analytical strategy, and technical skills related to separation techniques.
• Communicate project data, issues and risks to relevant teams. Promote proactive risk resolution within and across functional areas to advance project objectives.
• Demonstrate scientific excellence, advance science and innovation. Implement novel analytical techniques to enhance method robustness and expand analytical capabilities.

Qualifications

This is how you make a difference:

• PhD in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, or related technical discipline.  Minimum of 8+ years (PhD) of professional experience working in biotech/pharmaceutical setting.
• Proven experience managing and leading analytical development and QC activities for biologic development, including mAbs, multi-specifics, antibody-drug conjugates, and fusion proteins.
• Experience in the role of Head of Quality Control (HQC) according to § 12 AMWHV is a plus
• Expertise in protein and impurity analysis techniques such as HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, and other relevant methods. Experience with mass spectrometry and ELISA is a plus.
• Skilled in technical writing including experience in authoring, reviewing documents with regulatory impact
• Strong people leadership skills and demonstrated ability to foster an engaging, inclusive and collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effectively managing relationships to enhance team decision-making.
• Ability to work effectively across functions, anticipating and addressing overall program development needs.
• Ability to quickly comprehend and adapt to new situations, with an open mindset and can-do attitude, demonstrating agility where necessary to address evolving project needs.
• Ability to think critically and demonstrate troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead and manage multiple projects of significant scope and complexity, while meeting all deliverables and timelines.
• An independent, self-motivated, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced team environment.

What we offer you:

• with a diverse work environment where you can have a real impact 
• with an open corporate culture
• with an attractive salary
• with an intensive onboarding process with a mentor at your side
• with flexible work models for a healthy work-life balance
• with a corporate health management that offers comprehensive health and exercise programs
• with company social benefits
• with a wide range of career opportunities in an international organization
• with top-tier, attractive development opportunities
• with a strong international network

At multiple times, we have been globally recognized as a "Great Place to Work" and we are proud to provide our employees with the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance. We take our impact on the environment, and our communities seriously and therefore focus on giving something back on a regular basis. We are committed to equality, equity, diversity and inclusion (EED&I) – a commitment that is fundamental to us. This includes appreciating different perspectives, creating an inclusive culture and treating all employees with dignity and respect.

At AbbVie, your individual contributions count – help us move mountains together. Be a part of our success, grow with us and accomplish more than you could have imagined. Sounds like the perfect career opportunity for you? We look forward to receiving your application! All you need is a complete CV – we will discuss everything else with you in person.

Any questions? Feel free to email TalentAcquisition.de@abbvie.com– We look forward to hearing from you!

Additional Information

AbbVie setzt sich für Chancengleichheit ein und verpflichtet sich, mit Integrität zu arbeiten, Innovationen voranzutreiben, Leben zu verändern und unserer Gemeinschaft zu dienen. Chancengleichheit bei Arbeitgeber/Veteranen/Behinderten.