at AbbVie
Location
Worcester, MA, United States
Compensation
$161k–$305k USD
Type
full time
Posted
4 days ago
Market range · company + function + seniority
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Posted $305k · in the market band
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We are seeking a high-impact, innovative Director to join the Purification Development team within the Biologics Drug Substance Development organization at AbbVie’s Bioresearch Center in Worcester, MA.
Our team drives end-to-end downstream process development, from first-in-human through commercialization, across diverse biologics modalities. We are responsible for late-stage optimization, scale-up, tech transfer, and process characterization, while advancing next-generation purification technologies that enable robust, cost-effective manufacturing and create differentiated intellectual property.
Role Overview:
The Director will lead the development and advancement of robust, scalable purification processes, while shaping innovative technologies and strategies that accelerate development timelines and enable commercialization success.
This role requires a strong foundation in biologics purification, combined with the ability to lead teams, navigate complex programs, and influence cross-functional strategy. The ideal candidate brings both deep technical expertise and a passion for hands-on process development, alongside a demonstrated ability to drive innovation and deliver results in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
Key Responsibilities
Scientific & Technical Leadership
Program & Cross-Functional Leadership
People & Organizational Leadership
Innovation & External Impact
Execution Excellence
Demonstrated ability to:
Track record of:
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
Collaborative mindset with demonstrated success working in matrixed, cross-functional environments
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.
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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.
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