Principal Research Scientist I/II

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 . on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. Job Description As Principal Research Scientist I/II within AbbVie Drug Delivery Sciences, you will lead a small team while working cross-functionally as part of a talented, multidisciplinary R&D organization. Drug Delivery Sciences builds cutting-edge capabilities for the delivery of biologics and advancement of new products through early R&D. The ideal candidate must have experience in the development of early-stage biologic drug product formulations, have outstanding oral and written communication skills, and have the desire and capacity to grow as part of a dynamic, high performing team. This position will be based on-site at our Irvine, CA location. Responsibilities Lead the design and early-stage development of next generation sustained release formulations for complex biologics Lead a team of Ph.D.-level scientists. Coordinate cross-functional activities with key stakeholders Contribute to AbbVie's patent estate. Responsible for compliance with all applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures. Qualifications Basic Qualifications Ph.D. in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Chemical Engineering/Materials Science Candidates must have at least 8-10 years of experience in biologic formulation development. Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time. Essential Skills and Abilities A thorough knowledge of protein stability, degradation mechanisms and excipients will be required. Experience in early-stage drug product development process for biologics will be required. Experience in developing sustained release drug products is desirable but not essential. Excellent scientific approach and strong problem-solving skills. A solid track record of peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national-level conferences. Good interpersonal and team skills. An ability to operate in a highly dynamic and fast-paced environment. A desire and capacity to learn, drive continuous improvement, and develop novel solutions to problems. Key Leadership Competencies Deals comfortably with risk and ambiguity, changing course when needed. Lives AbbVie values. Acts consistently with our ethics, obligations, and the law. Acts respectfully yet courageously. Communicates openly and honestly with all colleagues. Look outside AbbVie for new ideas to stimulate innovation. Connects unrelated concepts, generates original or unique ideas. Persistent and resilient - finds the way to move good ideas forward. Additional Information Applicable only to applicants