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Senior Scientist, Analytical Chemistry II

AbbVie · North Chicago, IL · Full time · Research

Posted Sep 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a new analytical method or technique you developed. Why was it needed?

What they are checking: Whether they create new methods that solve real problems, which the posting expects.

How do you stay current on scientific literature and bring it into your work?

What they are checking: Whether they actively learn and apply new science, as the posting asks.

Tell me about a paper or conference presentation you are proud of.

What they are checking: Whether they can communicate science to outside audiences, which the role expects.

How do you keep your lab productivity high when juggling several projects?

What they are checking: Whether they plan and prioritize lab work well.

What would you do

An unknown impurity shows up in a stability sample. How do you identify it?

What they are checking: Whether they can use LC-MS and other techniques to solve structural problems.

You get a result that does not fit your expectations, and the deadline is tomorrow. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they investigate unexpected data honestly rather than rushing past it.

How do you mentor a junior scientist who is struggling with productivity?

What they are checking: Whether they can coach effectively, since the role may supervise others.

About the work

Walk me through how you would develop a stability-indicating HPLC method for a new drug substance.

What they are checking: Whether they understand forced degradation and how to prove a method separates degradants.

How do you decide when a method is ready for validation?

What they are checking: Whether they understand method robustness and phase-appropriate requirements.

What GxP principles matter most in your daily lab work?

What they are checking: Whether they understand data integrity and documentation expectations in a regulated lab.

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The full job description

As published by AbbVie.

Conceive and execute novel scientific research or development that achieves projects and area goals. 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. Responsibilities • Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present work at scientific conferences. • Proactively seek out new information in the literature and incorporate this into individual project(s) as well as the overall program. • Seize opportunities to pursue project relevant leads that are in line with the group’s strategy. • Maintain a high level of productivity in the lab. • 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. • May mentor/supervise a team of one or more and guide and evaluate the performance of those individuals; is accountable for the effective performance of the team/individuals. • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and typically 12 years of experience, Master’s Degree or equivalent education and typically 10 years of experience, PhD and typically 4 years of experience. • Possess thorough theoretical and practical understanding of own scientific discipline. • Effective writer and communicator of research or other regulatory materials. 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 of this 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 any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and 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 https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html

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