Senior Scientist I/II, Enzymology Full-time NEW

AbbVie Scientist Opportunity

AbbVie's Discovery Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine group is seeking an accomplished and highly motivated scientist to join the Protein Sciences team. This team fosters collaboration and innovation across drug discovery, driving the engineering and advancement of biologic and genetic medicine therapies. The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in enzymology, including recombinant enzyme generation, kinetic analysis, and structure-function studies. Proficiency in computational structural tools, enzyme activity assays, and protein formulation (including lyophilization techniques) is highly desirable. Additional qualifications include a background in metabolic physiology. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, as the role requires clearly presenting scientific concepts and findings to both scientific and non-scientific stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity for a motivated scientist to contribute significantly within a dynamic and collaborative environment, advancing therapeutic innovation at AbbVie.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, express, characterize and optimize a wide variety of metabolic enzymes relevant to disease biology and therapeutic interventions
• Devise and execute novel research strategies, address project challenges, and deliver thoughtful, data-driven solutions.
• Manage external collaborations with contract research organizations (CROs) to ensure the timely delivery of data and reagents
• Strategically advancing projects, providing expert opinions and collaborating with peers and stakeholders in multidisciplinary teams
• Contribute to research leading to peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and presentations at scientific conferences.

Key Qualifications:

• Senior Scientist I: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and typically, 10 years of experience, Master's Degree or equivalent education and typically 8 years of experience, PhD and no experience necessary.
• Senior Scientist II: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and typically, 12 years of experience, Master's Degree or equivalent education and typically 10 years of experience, PhD and typically 4 years of experience.
• Distinguished record of research accomplishments, as evidenced by publications, presentations, and scientific recognition.
• Demonstrated expertise in enzymological characterization techniques and recombinant protein generation.
• Strong knowledge of kinetic and structural analysis, including experience with advanced computational tools and AI platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to scientific integrity and collaboration.

Key AbbVie Competencies:

• Build strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of the team to enable high performance.
• Learns fast, grasps the “essence” and can change course quickly when indicated.
• Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo.
• Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.
• Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.

The level of the position will be determined by candidate level of experience and qualifications.

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.

This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.