Sr. Scientist II, Engineering

North Chicago, IL, United Statesfull timeOn Site

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senior

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AbbVie Sr. Scientist II, Engineering at AbbVie responsible for leading peptide process engineering projects from lab to manufacturing. Applies chemical engineering principles to develop scalable and robust API processes and supports commercialization and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Leverage core chemical engineering principles (chemical kinetics, transport phenomena, thermodynamics, mathematical modeling) in experimental design, thought process in problem-solving, and data analysis.
Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, and GxP compliance.
Demonstrated ability to resolve key project hurdles by effectively utilizing available information, scientific creativity, and technical expertise.
Maintain autonomous and productive performance in laboratory experimentation, pilot plant, and/or manufacturing support space, requiring only minimal direction from or interaction with supervisor.
Author of publications, presentations, technical reports, regulatory documents, and/or patents.
Be a subject matter expert to other functions within the project team. Anticipate, recognize, and resolve problems while functioning as the technical expert on cross functional teams.
Demonstrate high proficiency across a wide range of relevant technologies.
Lead Engineering team initiatives that drive operational efficiency, strengthen technology platforms, and build capabilities to meet evolving program needs.
Mentor and guide junior scientific personnel, both within and outside direct reporting relationships, to support their technical and professional development.
BS, MS, or PhD in chemical engineering or a related field and 12+ (BS), 10+ (MS), or 3+ (PhD) years of relevant industrial experience.
Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills.
Possess thorough theoretical and practical understanding of own scientific discipline.