Scientist II - Purification Development

AbbVie
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 on X , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn and Tik Tok .

Job Description

Purpose:

Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques to generate reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Read and adapt scientific literature to accomplish assignments and demonstrate broad and versatile technical expertise within discipline.

Responsibilities:

  • Independently design and conduct critical experiments that further project goals.
  • Implement and may innovate new experimental protocols/techniques.
  • Understand the goal and maintain a high proficiency in his/her projects as well as the overall program.
  • Interpret results and draw conclusions from own multistage experiments, note significant deviations, then suggest, design, and pursue relevant experiments.
  • Understand relevant scientific literature and apply theoretical framework to solving problems within scientific discipline in a timely manner.
  • Perform routine and complex tasks competently and independently and generate reliable and consistent results.
  • Impact projects mostly through lab and/or pilot plant based activities.
  • Responsible for compliance with all applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures.
  • 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.

Qualifications

  • 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.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently design, execute and interpret critical experiments to answer scientific questions.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn, understand and master new experimental techniques.
  • Ability to multitask and work within timelines.
  • Demonstrated scientific writing skills and strong verbal communication skills

Additional Information

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

  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time ofthis posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. ​

  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​

  • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of anybonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's soleand absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s 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.

US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit

US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:

Posted 2026-04-06

Recommended Jobs

SEAS Leisure Program Supervisor

Town of Barnstable
Hyannis, MA

Seasonal (SEAS) Position Job Summary: The Leisure Program Supervisors at Barnstable Recreation will play a key role in planning, organizing, coordinating, and administering a 7-week Summer Day pro…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-01

Barber

Boca Recovery Center
Springfield, MA

Barber Department: Operations / Personal Care Services Reports to: Director of Operations Location: Springfield, MA Job Type: 1099 About Boca Recovery Center Foun…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-14

Diesel Mechanic

AMERICAN TIRE SERVICE AND SALES INC
Springfield, MA

Job Description Job Description Currently we are seeking motivated individuals to work expanding business. Job duties would include but not limited to Oil changes, brakes, tires, light engine rep…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-19

Network Infrastructure Engineer, AVP

State Street Corporation
Quincy, MA

What You Will Be Responsible For We are seeking a Network Infrastructure Engineer to design, build, and operate a modern global network based on Versa, Cisco and Arista technologies including SD-W…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-25

Associate Relationship Manager - US Wealth

Wellington Management
Boston, MA

About Us Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the uniqu…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-03

Senior Architect - Commercial Life Sciences (Remote)

Veeva Systems
Boston, MA

Veeva Systems is a mission-driven organization and pioneer in industry cloud, helping life sciences companies bring therapies to patients faster. As one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies in histo…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-10

Formulation Technician II - 1st Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Plainville, MA

Work Schedule First Shift (Days) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair pro…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-27

LEARNING EXPERIENCE DESIGNER, Institute for Excellence in Teaching & Learning

Boston University
Boston, MA

Boston Universitys Institute for Excellence in Teaching & Learning is focused on elevating and transforming teaching and learning innovation across the entire BU campus community to deliver a superio…

View Details
Posted 2025-10-30

Certified Nursing Assistant, 40 Hours, Nights - Telemetry (BMC Brighton)

Boston Medical Center
Cambridge, MA

Position: Certified Nursing Assistant  Department: Telemetry - 6W Schedule: Full Time, 40 Hours (Nights)   Location: BMC Brighton Position Function: The Nursing Assistant performs bas…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-06

Cyber Architect

SGS Consulting
Massachusetts

Job Responsibilities: RMF Implementation & Compliance: Lead and execute all phases of the RMF process (Categorization, Selection, Implementation, Assessment, Authorization, Monitoring) for CDS …

View Details
Posted 2025-11-14