Scientist I-II, Outsourcing Specialist, Global Analytical Strategy & Operations

AbbVie•North Chicago, IL

13h

About The Position

The Analytical R&D – Outsourcing Specialist is the single point of contact for the internal project development teams, QA, business operations and the external service provider. Accompany outsourced analytical work packages from initial request over quote, contract, testing order, analyses related coordination to invoice verification to meet given development timelines and budget. Continuously challenge existing processes together with internal and external interfaces to increase effectivity. Demonstrate mastery of organizational, documentation and communication skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education with typically 5 years of experience, or Master’s Degree or equivalent education with typically two years of experience preferably in a GMP-regulated environment (for Scientist I).
BS or equivalent education with typically 7 or more years of experience or MS or equivalent education with typically 5 or more years of experience preferably in a GMP-regulated environment (for Scientist II).
Self-motivated, self-reliant, hard-working, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced global team environment with demonstrated problem solving skills.
Competency with software programs, including MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Strong attention to quality and details when exercising organizational, documentation and communication skills
Proven flexibility to deal with changing timelines and shifting work priorities

Responsibilities

Manage interaction with Service Providers and represent AbbVie’s interest by supporting externalized early phase development projects.
Coordination of analytical development work packages that are outsourced to external and internal service providers.
Planning and monitoring of outsourced activities within the given project timeline in close collaboration with the internal project team and the service provider.
Support service provider monitoring, identification, and qualification of new external partners.
Responsible for the timely shipment of analytical samples.
Authoring and archiving of documents in a GMP environment.
Verification of analytical data from service providers.
Prioritize activities and work with different areas towards standardized, compliant, and effective outsourcing processes.
Support and implement IT and database solutions to effectively track critical outsourcing parameters.
Collaboration in a global team with internal and external global interfaces.
Request and assessment of quotes and contracts for services.
Contribution to the planning and adherence of project budget.