Scientist l – Peptide Synthesis Full-time

Job Title

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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot peptide synthesizers and related equipment (centrifuges, rotovaps, and balances)
• Solid phase peptide synthesis utilizing both manual and automated methodologies
• Perform routine wet laboratory techniques (pipetting, reagent reconstitution, calculations, weighing) independently to generate reliable and consistent results
• Follow and adhere to SOPs for standardized activities; recommend improvements as needed, and implement changes where necessary
• Complete hazardous waste training and manage hazardous waste
• Maintain accurate records and ELN
• Stay informed on relevant scientific literature

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent communication. Experience with HPLC (analytical/preparative) method is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field with at least 5 years of relevant laboratory experience, or Master's degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in peptide purification; experience in peptide synthesis is highly desirable.

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.

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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Pay Range: $75000 – 142500 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.