About this role
We seek a Principal Scientist II, Analytical Development to join an experienced, fast-paced and collaborative team. This position will be primarily responsible for guiding analytical strategy, developing novel analytical methods, and expanding platform understanding of AbbVie’s mRNA-based targeted lipid nanoparticles (tLNPs) pipeline. This role will manage a small team of scientists focused on biophysical methods for characterizing mRNA, plasmids, and lipids. Working closely with the technology development and research teams, this position will guide development of novel characterization methods, drive process/product understanding, support expansion of the mRNA/tLNP platform and pipeline, and support product investigations.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Lead strategy for and development of novel biophysical methods to characterize mRNA drug substance, plasmid, and lipids, including but not limited to LC/CE/MS, MALLS, mass photometry, and plate-based assaysDesign and lead structure-activity relationship and extended characterization studies for improving mRNA function, stability, and qualityExpand plasmid characterization tools to support mRNA pipelineEstablish automation/high throughput (HTP) workflows and in-process analytical methods for routine and non-routine testingRepresent functional area in cross-functional pipeline and technology development teams. Effectively communicate complex technical topics to collaborators and managementSupport method transfer and qualifications as neededManage and develop a team of 3-6 scientistsDraft technical reports and documents as needed Generally met with a PhD with 8+ years related experience, including at least 4 years of experience managing direct reports and/or a functional teamDegree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering or related field with proven technical and leadership track record developing biologics (e.g. mRNA, antibodies, etc) and lipids is requiredExperience developing analytical methods for oligonucleotides (e.g. LC, CE, MS, MALLS, etc) and lipids is required. Experience with plasmid characterization is strongly preferredExperience with method transfer and qualification is preferredStrong proficiency authoring and reviewing technical reportsFamiliarity with international regulatory standards and application to phase-appropriate analytical development and strategy is preferredExperience designing and executing stability and comparability studies is requiredExceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a demonstrated capacity to thrive in collaborative, team-driven environments. Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer 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.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
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