Principal Research Scientist I, Plasmid Production - North Chicago Illinois

Company: AbbVie
Location: North Chicago, Illinois
Posted On: 03/25/2026

Company Description About AbbVie 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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube. Job Description About the Team: Our group, as part of the Targeted Lipid Nanoparticle (tLNP) CMC team (TCT), collaborates across biologics discovery, CMC partners, Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and external manufacturing to advance tLNP assets from preclinical stages through key clinical milestones. Our priorities include establishing robust production processes in mammalian and microbial systems with our external partners, overseeing technology transfer and vendor management, reviewing critical technical documentation, and ensuring compliance with ICH guidelines and GMP standards. Through strategic management of external projects and the application of scientific innovation to process execution, we proactively mitigate risks and consistently deliver high-quality drug product components in support of the companys tLNP pipeline and commercial goals. Purpose :We are seeking an experienced scientific professional to lead the management of external projects with vendors, primarily in DNA plasmid production in microbial systems. The successful candidate will have a strong background in upstream culture or downstream purification process development, and will demonstrate proven project management skills, ideally with experience performing tech transfers between vendors and managing external vendors. Responsibilities : Serve as the lead and provide support for one or more plasmid production Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) projects, guiding cross-functional teams from planning through execution in a matrix environment. Manage external vendor project execution to ensure quality, efficiency, timeliness, and adherence to budget and company objectives. Review and assess technical documents such as master batch records, executed batch records, and related GMP documentation to ensure compliance, accuracy, and alignment with regulatory standards and project objectives Apply scientific expertise to supervise and troubleshoot upstream and/or downstream processes in DNA plasmid production. Proactively identify project risks and challenges, proposing innovative solutions and strategies. Coordinate and facilitate communication among internal stakeholders and external partners/vendors. Utilize strategic thinking and process development experience to optimize project outcomes. The position may require occasional travel to vendor sites or conferences, depending on project needs. Qualifications BS or equivalent education and extensive, typically 14 years of experience; MS or equivalent education with typically 12 years of experience; PhD with typically 6 years of industry experience in area or scientific area of discipline. Strong scientific background in plasmid production in microbial systems (such as E. coli or other bacterial hosts). Hands-on experience with upstream culture and/or downstream plasmid purification. Demonstrated project management experience; PMP or similar certification preferred. Experience with external vendor management and technology transfer is highly desirable. Familiarity with ICH guidelines, GMP compliance, or other regulatory aspects relevant to CMC is required. Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to thrive in a cross-functional, matrixed environment and drive results through collaboration. Previous CMC project leadership experience is considered a plus This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to balance multiple complex projects simultaneously. Additional Information Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in thefuture. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms. Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable 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 More...

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