2026 Analytical R&D LNP Characterization (PhD)

BioSpace
Worcester, MA
Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie onX,Facebook,Instagram,YouTube,LinkedInandTik Tok.

Job Description

Envision spending your summer working with energetic colleagues and inspirational leaders, all while gaining world-class experience in one of the most dynamic organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a reality for AbbVie Interns.

In collaboration, the Analytical R&D, Molecular Profiling & Drug Delivery and Genetic Medicine Discovery groups are seeking a highly motived intern to drive innovation within analytical sciences. mRNA-LNP characterization requires various meticulous assessments for safe and efficacious delivery. These evaluations encompass separation, structural elucidation, dynamics measurement, particle analysis and surface analysis which lead to longer testing time. The intern will undertake the evaluation of a multi-attribute (MA) instrument intended to augment current methodologies and assess its viability for integration.

Key Responsibilities Include

  • Develop methods such as DLS, MALS, Encapsulation, HPLC, to support the optimal LNP formulation.
  • Evaluate the capabilities of a multi-attribute (MA) instrument to integrate with current analytical methodologies.
  • Author SOP and update periodically at cross-functional meetings.

Qualifications

MinimumQualifications

  • Currently enrolled in university, pursuing aPhDin analytical chemistry or other related fields
  • Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship

Preferred Qualifications

  • Expected graduation date between December 2026 June 2027
  • Hands on experience in basic analytical methods to characterize LNP.
  • Experience working with DLS, MALS, Encapsulation, HPLC

Additional Information

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

Benefits And Amenities

  • Competitive pay
  • Relocation support for eligible students
  • Select wellness benefits and paid holiday / sick time
  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes ingood faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages 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 benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid andmay 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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Posted 2025-12-30

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