Scientist, Quality Control at AbbVie — Worcester, MA

Independently performs routine and non-routine testing. Performs laboratory testing within a GMP environment in support of one or more of the following areas; raw materials, in-process product, final Bulk product, stability, and/or validation. Analyzes test data, evaluates results and forms conclusions with minimal outside input. Is able to recognize laboratory technique or instrumental events that could impact the integrity of the test data. Recognizes and resolves simple to moderately complex technical problems. Writes procedures with minimal guidance. Works under the general guidance of a supervisor but can effectively manage their own time to ensure timely completion of assigned duties. Trends data to support assay performance. Effectively writes all types of exception reports. Responsibility includes technical writing and execution of test method to support new product introduction into Quality Control.

Responsibilities

• Performs more complex test methods as written to support product/material release with minimal error.
• Understands laboratory techniques and principles performed.
• Interprets experimental data for conformance with product/material specifications.
• Understands, implements and maintains GMP with respect to laboratory records, procedures, and systems in accordance with procedural requirements.
• Assists with writing and performs validation assays per approved protocols.
• Can effectively perform a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on with minimal error.
• Make recommendations for process improvement.
• Writes/revises procedures as necessary and provides support for department.
• Develops and maintains trend reports, backlog report, and document error reports which support departmental performance.
• Authors all types of Investigations and deviations effectively. Assist in troubleshooting assays.
• BA/BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Biology or equivalent science degree.
• 5-8 years of related work experience
• Maintains their certifications as needed for assigned job tasks.

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.

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