About AbbVie AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines 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, eye care, virology, women’s health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. As a Senior Scientist I/II within AbbVie Drug Delivery Sciences, you will work as a key part of a talented, multidisciplinary, and cross-functional team to build cutting-edge new capabilities for the sustained delivery of biologics, and small molecules and advance product candidates through early R&D. The ideal candidate has demonstrated research experience in polymer chemistry, has outstanding oral and written communication skills, and has the desire and capacity to grow as part of a dynamic, high performing team. Responsibilities Plans, coordinates, and executes the synthesis and characterization of polymers and polymer-based materials Applies an in-depth understanding of polymer chemistry to design novel sustained release formulations Prepare, and test the performance of new drug-loaded sustained release formulations Coordinates cross-functional activities with key stakeholders Maintains timely and accurate laboratory records consistent with good documentation practices Contributes to AbbVie's patent estate Responsible for compliance with all applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures Position can be hired as a Senior Scientist I or II based on the candidate's education and level of experience. Qualifications Basic Qualifications 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. PhD degree in organic or polymer chemistry preferred. Possess thorough theoretical and practical understanding of own scientific discipline. Effective writer and communicator of research or other regulatory materials. Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time Essential Skills and Abilities A thorough knowledge of polymer chemistry and synthesis will be essential Hands on experience in polymer characterization techniques including NMR, GPC, light scattering, DSC, and rheology will be required Prior research experience in the design and development of polymer-based sustained drug release formulations will be desired The successful candidate will have a solid track record of peer-reviewed publications and presentations at a national-level conferences in polymer chemistry Excellent scientific approach and communication skills, both oral and written, are prerequisites Good interpersonal and team skills A strong sense of urgency and 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 Looks 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 Significant Work Activities Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Travel Yes, 15 % of the Time Job Type Experienced Schedule Full-time Job Level Code M Equal Employment Opportunity At AbbVie, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients. As an equal opportunity employer we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.