We are seeking a highly-motivated Senior Scientist to join our purification group in the Technical Operations Department at AbbVie Biotechnology located in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico. Our group is responsible for the optimization, validation, implementation, continuous improvement and global technical support for commercial manufacturing of therapeutic proteins. The candidate is expected to devise and implement downstream purification process strategies to solve complex challenges for commercial biologic products. The candidate should be able to conceive and implement novel experimental approaches to answer scientific questions; to investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques; to contribute to project science in area of expertise. Develop productive collaborations and communications with other groups across science disciplines. Key Responsibilities Include: Responsible for purification process development and manufacturing support for commercial biologics. Design and execute experiments in support of process characterization, validation and continuous process improvement. Provide technical support for downstream manufacturing including routine process monitoring/trending and troubleshooting of any process issues. Conceive and execute continuous process improvement activities to improve process efficiency, robustness and product quality. Contribute to regulatory filings and provide technical leadership for agency inspections and audits. Author relevant sections of annual product quality reports and update process trending plans as required. Communicates project goals and updates within and across departments and provide updates on major programs to site management. Routinely demonstrate scientific initiative and creativity in research or development activities. Highly autonomous and productive in performing laboratory research or method development, requiring only minimal direction from or interaction with supervisor. Formulate conclusions and design follow-on experiments based on multidisciplinary data. May initiate new areas of investigation that are scientifically meaningful, reliable, and can be incorporated directly into a research or development program. A primary author of publications, presentations, regulatory documents and/or primary inventor of patents. Demonstrates high proficiency across a wide range of relevant technologies. Maintain a high level of productivity in the lab, pilot and manufacturing plant. Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable. Direct mentorship of others Basic: Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience, Master's Degree and 8 years of experience, PhD and no experience necessary PhD in protein purification, preferred Relevant experience in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Immunology or related fields. Possess thorough theoretical and practical understanding of own scientific discipline. Demonstrated skills of independent thought and creativity in science and engineering. Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to contribute in a multi-disciplinary environment are essential. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and capability to overcome complexed issues. Strong sense of urgency, engagement and self-motivated desire to achieve. Must have a "results-oriented" work ethic and a positive, "can-do" attitude. Key Leadership Competencies: Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance Learns, fast, grasps the 'essence' and can change the course quickly where indicated Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality Additional Information AbbVie is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: At AbbVie, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Significant Work Activities and Conditions: N/A Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Job Type: Experienced Schedule: Full-time SDL2017
