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Job Title: Principal Research Scientist I - Biologics Analytical R&D
Company Name: AbbVie
Location: North Chicago, IL
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 02/13/2026
Expire Date: 03/15/2026
Job Categories: Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations, Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical, Engineering, Finance/Economics, Government and Policy, Information Technology, Sales, Science, Quality Control, Research & Development
Job Description
Principal Research Scientist I - Biologics Analytical R&D

Company Description

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 immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onX,Facebook,Instagram,YouTube,LinkedInandTik Tok.


Job Description

AbbVie Biologics Analytical Research & Development (Biologics Analytical R&D) is a global analytical sciences organization responsible for all CMC analytical activities related to the development of AbbVie's pharmaceutical products. Our scope includes AbbVie's diverse pipeline of innovative therapeutic biologic medicines and spans from the selection of Discovery candidate molecules through the transition of analytical methods and testing to commercial labs to support product launch. We are building a world-class team of scientists and leaders who will drive the advancement of industry-leading analytical capabilities and make meaningful contributions to advance AbbVie's pipeline of innovative medicines. Careers in AbbVie Biologics Analytical R&Dprovideunique opportunities to work with global and cross-functional teams to drive exceptional science and innovative product development strategies.

The biologicsearly analytical developmentgroup developsstate-of-the-artanalytical techniques foranalysis oftherapeutic proteins and other novel biologic molecules using separation science and other techniques. We are looking for diverse candidates with strong scientific and leadership experience to join the AbbVie Analytical R&D team and can offer exciting and rewarding career opportunities for these candidates.

The candidate will focus ongrowing a team as well as hands-ondevelopment and implementation ofELISA and bioassaysfor theanalysisof complex biologics including antibodies,antibody drug conjugates, and new modalities. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and testing ofcomplexandautomatedassays and will contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation within the group.

Key Responsibilities

  • Effectively function as a scientist, generating original technical ideas and research or development strategies.

  • Demonstrate the ability to resolve key project hurdles and assumptions by effectivelyutilizingavailable information and technicalexpertise.

  • Independently responsible for project science within his/her area of expertise on one or more project teams leading themethoddevelopment and validation forcomplex biologic therapeutics.

  • Proactively seek outnew informationin the literature and incorporate this into individual projects as well as the overall program.

  • Work in partnership with colleagues from Discovery, Process Chemistry/EngineeringFormulation Development,and Characterizationdepartments,among others.


Qualifications

  • BS or equivalent education and extensive, typically 14+ years of experience; MS or equivalent education with typically 12+ years of experience; PhD with typically 6+ years of experience inbiologicsassay development or relatedscientific area of discipline

  • Practical experience and strong knowledge in one or more of the following areas:ELISADevelopment, Bioassay Development, Reporter Gene AssayDevelopment

  • PreviouscGMPor GLPexperienceand attention to detail in documentation.

  • Demonstrated record of independent thought,creativityand scientific accomplishment.

  • Musthavea solid understanding of protein/oligonucleotide chemistry and biochemistry, particularly as related tobiologicsdrug development.

  • Strong data and time organization/management skills coupled with strong interpersonal and effective communication skills forfacilitatingcollaborations with a demonstrated ability to lead cross functional process development teams.

  • Effective writer and communication of research or other regulatory materials.

  • Experience withassay automation.

  • Experience with


Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:

  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this postingbased on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in thefuture.

  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

  • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission,incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and untilpaid andmay be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

AbbVie 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.

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Company Name: AbbVie
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