Scientific Associate III - Analytical Sciences (Small Molecules)

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POSITION OVERVIEW

The ideal candidate for Scientific Associate III – Analytical Sciences (Small Molecules) is expected to independently plan and perform a variety of project-oriented analytical work assignments (e.g., perform experiments, organize data, and analyze/report results and conclusions) to support the Analytical Sciences department’s deliverables using a variety of available techniques. Develop/validate phase-appropriate analytical methods with minimal supervision.  Write analytical documents (e.g., methods, study protocols and repots) and execute experiments under cGMP.  Perform analytical testing and analyze results with minimal guidance. Document experiments, results, and conclusions promptly and accurately.  Provide some guidance and training to junior colleagues. Participate and contribute at group and project meetings as required. Contribute to publications such as department guidelines, technical reports, regulatory documents, or scientific papers.

 

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently perform a variety of project-oriented analytical work assignments (e.g., perform analytical experiments, organize data, and analyze/record/report results and conclusions of experiments) to support the development of drug candidates. Design experiments with minimal supervision to meet the project objectives and timelines.
• Develop phase-appropriate analytical methods with minimal supervision. 
• Prepare method validation protocols and reports, execute associated laboratory experiments, and critically evaluate and analyze generated analytical data. 
• Perform analytical testing of drug substance and drug product samples with error free results in a timely manner. Troubleshoot any poor-quality data and instrument performance issue with minimal guidance.
• Complete and maintain all required documentation including logbooks, lab notebooks, and analysis records in a timely manner.
• Participate and contribute at group and project meetings as required (e.g., prepare and present results and conclusions to project sub-teams).
• Contribute to publications such as department guidelines, technical reports, or scientific papers.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation. 
• Obtain necessary chemical reagents, reference standards and other components from appropriate sources. 
• Maintain cGMP knowledge through internal and external training.
• Maintain current knowledge and skills in all facets of analytical sciences by keeping informed through reading literature, attending related seminars, and presenting at department meetings.
• Provides training to coworkers to enhance their work effectiveness. 
• The analyst must be proactive in critically interpreting data and learning new techniques. 

A working knowledge of phase appropriate analytical development (methods, validation, transfer, reference standard characterization and stability program) are preferred.  The analyst must conduct their work activities in compliance with all AbbVie internal requirements and with applicable regulatory requirements.  AbbVie internal requirements include compliance with ethics, environmental health and safety, financial, human resources and general business policies, requirements, and objectives

Qualifications

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• M.S. in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline with 3+ years of experience or B.S. in Chemistry with 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical analysis, method development and validation.
• Experience with use of HPLC, GC and other analytical instrumentation, Empower or other chromatography data systems.
• Strong skills in performing experimental procedures and troubleshooting for common laboratory instrumentation.
• Experience with cGMP. 
• Strong ability to multitask and effectively collaborate with other group members on projects and assignments.
• Strong ability to plan and self-manage assigned work and meet deadlines, with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and team-work skills. Ability to provide guidance and training to junior colleagues.
• Strong ability to accurately perform and document highly detailed tasks. Demonstrated ability to design and plan experiments, interpret data and present conclusions. Ability to troubleshoot experimental problems and propose solutions. 
• Strong technical writing, data analysis and communication skills. Must be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and requirement. Ability to review and understand new and innovative analytical methods and provide critical feedback.  Must learn and comply with safety guideline and cGMP basics. 

 

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 innovations to reality

Significant Work Activities
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
Travel
No
Job Type
Experienced
Schedule
Full-time
Job Level Code
IC
Equal Employment Opportunity
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