Senior Scientist I, Bioanalysis

AbbVie • North Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The candidate for this Senior Scientist position will be working in the Regulated Bioanalysis group in the Quantitative, Translational, and ADME Sciences (QTAS) department. The primary responsibility will be for developing methods for small and large molecule analysis as well as for endogenous and exogenous biomarkers. The individual will be expected to have extensive experience in developing and validating LCMS based methods in a regulated environment. In addition, the individual will support regulated non-clinical and clinical studies through bioanalytical sample analysis, data review, and report writing. The individual will also have opportunities to contribute to broader areas within QTAS as their experience and expertise warrants.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and typically 10 years of experience, Master's Degree or equivalent education and typically 8 years of experience, or PhD with typically 0-3 years of industry experience
• Experience with Hamilton Starlet automated liquid handling instruments is a plus
• Experience with operating Shimadzu Liquid Chromatography instruments or equivalents
• Experience with operating AB Sciex triple quadrupole mass spectrometers or equivalents (ex: 4000, 5000, 5500, 6500, 7500)
• Experience with electronic laboratory notebook software, WATSON Laboratory Information Management Software (LIMS), and AB Sciex Analyst/Sciex OS Software
• Familiarity with regulatory guidelines for bioanalysis and experience working in a regulated environment (ALCOA principles)
• Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently with minimal supervision in managing multiple projects and priorities and work well within a team, and a desire to learn specific techniques for bioanalysis

Responsibilities

• Developing and validating bioanalytical methods for large and small molecules on LCMS platforms
• Maintain awareness of evolving trends in separations and mass spectrometry
• Use and manage biohazardous matrices (e.g., plasma, serum, urine, blood, tissue, etc.)
• Author method documents for regulated analysis and scientific papers for publication
• Maintain and troubleshoot complex LC systems and ultra-sensitive mass spectrometers
• Expertise in the cutting-edge assay technologies and excellent assay troubleshooting skills

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree