Senior Scientist Job at AbbVie l PhD Virology Candidates Can Apply Now
AbbVie is hiring a Senior Scientist I in Virology at its North Chicago campus. This on-site role is a unique opportunity to shape viral control strategies, enhance regulatory submissions, and support product development across the lifecycle. If you’re passionate about virology, innovation, and making a patient-first impact in global healthcare, this is the career path for you.
Senior Scientist, I Virology (On-site, North Chicago, IL)
Company Description
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 โ including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care โ as well as products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
Job Description
Position Overview: Virology Team โ Product Development, Science & Technology
AbbVieโs Product Development, Science & Technology Virology team is seeking dynamic candidates to support both pipeline and commercially available products. This role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities across the product lifecycle, from late-stage process development and BLA/NDA submissions to ongoing market support and maintenance. Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for science, a focus on impactful solutions, and a dedication to elevating AbbVieโs contributions to healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
- Viral Control Strategies: Develop and implement comprehensive viral control strategies that ensure adherence to quality and regulatory standards.
- Innovative Solutions: Lead the innovation and optimization of new methods, techniques, and experimental approaches to address challenges in viral safety, control, and testing.
- Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Foster and sustain effective collaborations across diverse scientific disciplines. Your work will focus on establishing improved process conditions, enhancing viral control, and refining regulatory strategies.
- Continuous Improvement: Foster an environment of open, honest, and candid communication to drive creative, continuous improvements across the team.
- Patient Impact: Demonstrate a strong commitment to AbbVie’s mission, striving to make a meaningful impact on the patients we serve.
- Virology Support and Method Enhancement: Provide expert support in virology, particularly in the context of animal-sourced APIs. Execute and refine quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) and in vitro cell culture virus infectivity assays for continuous improvement.
- Scientific Documentation: Author and review scientific reports and regulatory submissions, ensuring they meet regulatory and accuracy standards.
- BSL-2 Facility Operations: Conduct research involving potentially biohazardous viruses in BioSafety Level 2 (BSL-2) facilities, strictly adhering to safety protocols to maintain a secure laboratory environment.
- Literature Application and Problem Solving: Stay informed of the latest scientific literature and apply theoretical frameworks to effectively and efficiently solve problems.
Qualifications:ย Ph.D. in Virology or similar field.
Preferred Skills:
- qPCR Expertise
- Cell Culture and Microscopy
- Molecular Biology and Aseptic Technique
- Immunofluorescence
- Viral Clearance Procedures
- Problem Solving
- cGMP Environment Proficiency
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- CMC Regulatory Knowledge
Additional Information:
Salary: $94,000 – $178,500
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 committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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