Scientist I

Seeking talented and passionate individuals to join our growing team, working together to advance cutting-edge scientific research, experiments and analytics. This role is based at AbbVie Waltham’s new, state-of-the-art laboratory designed to enable next-generation innovation.
We are looking for a technical expert that will support late-stage process development activities of conjugated drug products. Ideally someone who can do the following:
Independently execute laboratory experiments to address critical project needs, and identify opportunities for development and improvement in collaboration with supervisor.
Continuously seek to improve existing laboratory methods and processes.
Demonstrate mastery of experimental techniques and methods of data analysis used in day-to-day responsibilities.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional groups to support project goals
Responsibilities:
Independently execute, and interpret critical experiments to answer scientific questions related to pharmaceutical development activities. Understand the broad objectives of the project as well as their role in achieving those objectives, and modify experimental plan when required.
Meet experimental and project timelines in accordance with CMC strategy.
Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, including analytical chemists, process chemists, and manufacturing personnel.
Support development projects with hands-on laboratory experimentation, data generation, and analysis of results. As needed, provide support for technical transfer and scale-up of laboratory process knowledge to manufacturing sites.
Learn and understand new experimental techniques, and develop proficiency in techniques to serve as a resource for others.
Maintain detailed and organized electronic laboratory notebook, and compile data into scientific presentations and reports to support project goals.
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education with typically 5 years of experience, or Master’s Degree or equivalent education with typically two years of experience.
Theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out the job functions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with developing biologics, ADCs, or other complex drug substances preferred
(under Responsibilities) Write and review scientific documents in support of regulatory filings, as needed

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No