Scientist II, Drug Product Design & Development
AbbVie · North Chicago, IL
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Role summary
AbbVie seeks a Scientist II for drug product design and development within synthetic molecule CMC. The role involves formulation strategy, process optimization, and biopharmaceutical characterization of clinical drug products from early development through commercialization.
Where this listing comes from
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What they're looking for
- BS in pharmaceutics, chemistry, or related field with 7+ years experience, or MS with 5+ years
- Strong theoretical and practical background in formulation design and pharmaceutical technologies
- Proficiency in analytical techniques: HPLC, X-ray diffraction, particle size analysis, DSC
- Solid understanding of physicochemical and biopharmaceutical properties in formulation design
- Scientific problem-solving, experimental design, and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent written and oral communication abilities
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional team environments
What you'll be doing
- Plan and execute formulation feasibility, optimization, and supporting studies for project objectives
- Perform physicochemical characterization and biopharmaceutics assays for formulation selection and clinical product derisking
- Design, characterize, and build understanding of formulations and manufacturing processes
- Interpret experimental data within project context and modify plans as needed
- Contribute to development reports, technical summaries, and scientific documentation
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