Senior Scientist II, Medicinal Chemistry

Primary Job Function :

Conceive and execute novel scientific research or development that achieves projects and area goals. Expertise in synthetic organic chemistry is an essential requirement of this position to drive the SAR optimization cycle to achieve project goals. Expected to generate new synthetic and medicinal chemistry proposals and lead those efforts. Generate new scientific proposals and lead those efforts. Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques. Act as a lead scientist in his/her area of expertise and critically evaluate relevant scientific and regulatory advances and integrate this knowledge into research or development programs.

Core Job Responsibilities :

• Maintain a high level of productivity in the laboratory setting by generating high impact compounds.
• Demonstrate the ability to resolve key project hurdles and assumptions by effectively utilizing available information and technical expertise.
• Seize opportunities to pursue project relevant leads that are in line with the group's strategy, and be responsible for developing new SAR/series.
• Proactively seek out new information in the literature and incorporate into individual project(s) as well as the overall program.
• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present work at scientific conferences.
• Effective writer and communicator of research or other regulatory materials.

Position Accountability/Scope :

• Demonstrate a high degree of responsibility in maintaining scientific standards, and safe laboratory practices.
• Participate in establishing project goals, defining short and long-term scientific strategies, and contribute to the generation of project-related documents and presentations.
• Keep accurate and current records of research and/or project related activities according to AbbVie policies.

Internal/External Contacts and Interactions :

• Use external information to gain competitive intelligence.
• Act as advocate to integrate this knowledge into the group's research efforts.
• Generate new research or development strategies to effectively address project and divisional goals/needs.
• Collaborate with functional and technical experts to facilitate scientific achievement.
• Publish project-related research in high-impact factor peer-reviewed journals, R&D reports, patent applications and/or regulatory documents/filings.
• Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.

• PhD in Organic/Medicinal Chemistry. Postdoctoral or pharmaceutical industry experience desirable; 4+(PhD with Postdoc) years of industrial experience
• Demonstrated high impact problem-solving as evidenced by publications and/or patents.
• Experience in synthetic methods development, target-oriented synthesis, chemical biology, and/or physical organic chemistry.
• Superior laboratory skills and proficiency in experimental design
• Familiarity with structure-activity and structure-property relationships
• Demonstrated ability to resolve key scientific hurdles by effectively utilizing available information and technical expertise.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to develop, implement and clearly communicate chemistry strategies and progress to team.
• Build strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of teams to enable higher performance

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 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.