Associate Director – Process Engineering Principal Research Scientist II

Are you a passionate engineer who thrives at the intersection of science innovation and impact AbbVies Research and Development Process Engineering team is on the front lines of transforming cutting-edge science into life-changing medicines and were looking for a Principal Research Scientist I/II or Associate Director Process Engineering to help us push the boundaries of whats possible in drug product development. This position is being posted at two potential levels Principal Research Scientist I and Associate Director and we welcome candidates who feel they are a strong fit for either level to apply. Join us at our North Chicago IL hub and be part of something bigger.

This isnt just a role its an opportunity to shape the future of drug manufacturing. Whether you join as a Principal Research Scientist I or step in at the Associate Director level youll bring your proven project leadership in drug product development to drive synthetic molecule candidates from concept to commercial-ready processes making real decisions that accelerate medicines to patients who need them most. At the Associate Director level this role also carries broader accountability for setting technical strategy and may include direct people leadership responsibilities across the Process Engineering function.

Youll be a master of drug product manufacturing platforms direct compression wet & dry granulation hot melt extrusion tableting encapsulation and film coating and youll apply your deep understanding of powder material properties to unlock new levels of manufacturability and product performance. When challenges arise youre the person who steps up to troubleshoot complex process and material issues with creativity and rigor. And when its time to go big youll translate bench-scale breakthroughs into pilot plant realities through expert scale-up execution.

At AbbVie we celebrate bold ideas encourage experimentation and give talented engineers and leaders the resources and autonomy to actually innovate. If youre ready to raise the bar lead with influence and leave your mark on some of the worlds most important medicines at either an individual-contributor or people/technical leadership level we want to hear from you.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead drug product manufacturing process early phase development for synthetic molecule development candidates within the AbbVie pipeline.
• Collaborate with development CMC teams to ensure manufacturing processes are aligned with intended commercial manufacturing sites.
• Advance scientific expertise within the function mentoring peers and influencing senior leadership with your expert insights; at the Associate Director level this includes providing technical leadership and where applicable direct oversight/management of team members.
• Drive the development of technologies and scientific innovations that expand AbbVies small molecule formulation capabilities.
• Partner cross-functionally to build strategies that directly power AbbVies drug discovery and development programs; at the Associate Director level help shape department- and function-level strategy in partnership with senior leadership.
• Champion compliance with AbbVies safety quality and regulatory standards.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree in Science related field with 16 years of related work; Masters Degree Science or PharmD with 14 years of related work; PhD in Science or related field with 8 years of related work experience.
• Proven ability to innovate with a history of new or improved product releases.
• Interacts well with diverse groups within function and maintains strong working relationships with internal and external collaborators.

Additional Information :

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: 

• 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 long-term incentive programs. 

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus commission incentive benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion consistent with applicable law.

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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