Job description
You’re driven by the science. By discovery. By the unknown. Take on the work that challenges you, so you can challenge the status quo. At AbbVie.
We are now recruiting for an Associate Scientist to join our Product Development, Science and Technology team in AbbVie Westport, Co Mayo on an initial 12 months fixed term contract working on 2 shift rotation (days and evenings).
In this role you will support analytical testing for method development, method validations and investigations for existing and new AbbVie products. You will be required to independently generate precise, reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner while demonstrating experimental precision and strong data interpretation skills, understanding of core disciplines.
If great benefits, a defined career path, and work-life balance are important in your next career move, then read on to find out more:
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine tasks competently, independently and generate reliable and consistent results.
- Analyze and critique results, noting significant deviations.
- Troubleshoot experiments and instrumentation.
- Learn and understand new experimental techniques.
- Demonstrate skill in multiple techniques such as HPLC, GC and appropriately modify protocols, as required, to suit the changing needs of research or development sciences.
- Place data in proper scientific context by consulting and citing relevant literature.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency in your field.
- Impact projects predominantly through lab and/or pilot plant based activities.
- 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.
Qualifications
So, what do you need to do this role?
Technical Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent education, with typically 3 or more years’ experience working in a Chemistry Laboratory or Master’s Degree or equivalent education (no additional experience)
- Theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out job function.
- Excellent documentation and communication skills
- Excellent analytical and presentation skills with the ability to work independently
