Scientist II, Multispecifics Engineering – Discovery Biotherapeutics Full-time

Job Title

Discovery Biotherapeutics at AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated research scientist to join our dynamic team supporting biologics drug discovery and multispecifics engineering.

This position will contribute to projects through the discovery and engineering of biopharmaceutical products.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in antibody and multispecifics design and production, molecular biology, and have knowledge of antibody fragments and mimetics. Additional desirable skills include expertise in antibody engineering, protein purification, and familiarity with sequence analysis tools. The candidate should be able to analyze, document, and report data, possess excellent communication skills, and feel comfortable presenting in group settings.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in biology or related discipline with typically 7+ years (BS), or 5+ years (MS) of pharmaceutical and/or relevant experience
• Protein, biologics, fragments, and multi-specifics purification
• Mammalian cell culture for protein expression
• In vitro analytical techniques for protein characterization (e.g. SEC, MS, DSF)
• Strong molecular biology skills (e.g. molecular cloning)
• Familiarity with sequence analysis tools (Vector NTI, Geneious, Genedata)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to execute on multiple projects simultaneously
• Team player capable of operating in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, adapting to rapid changes in project priorities and timelines
• Proficiency with software programs including MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with antibody engineering, design, and optimization
• Experience overseeing CROs for DNA and protein production
• Hands-on experience with SEC, HIC, IEX purification of complex biologics utilizing AKTA platforms
• Experience utilizing automation (e.g. Hamilton, AssayMap, Kingfisher) equipment in biologics discovery processes
• Proficiency in mass spectrometry interpretation for complex biologics
• Proficiency with software programs: Geneious, Genedata, Unicorn

Additional Information

• 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.

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Pay Range: $84500 – 162000 USD

Where We Work

Role is exclusively performed at a site or office and onsite presence is required. Employees who are site/office-based and can occasionally perform their role virtually work both in the office and remotely*, following the policies and regulations in place at their location. US Employees must be in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Three days in the office is the minimum; some individuals or teams may require more in-office days due to meetings, business/project needs or their role.