Scientist I/II – HPLC Characterisation of Monoclonal Antibodies (all genders) (full-time, permanent)

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 Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Company Description

AbbVie is an international company with 48,000 employees worldwide and around 3,000 employees in Germany. As part of this organization, you will have the opportunity to address some of tomorrow's unmet medical needs in close collaboration with colleagues worldwide. We are committed to improving global health care and enhancing patients' quality of life through expertise and development of new therapies.

Job Overview

The job that makes possibilities real in patients' lives. And yours.

The job that helps you get ahead in life. Moving mountains together.

Welcome to AbbVie! As part of an international company, you will have the opportunity of addressing some of tomorrow's unmet medical needs in close collaboration with your colleagues. Are you passionate about improving global health care? Do you want to contribute to improving patients' quality of life through your expertise? In a challenging work environment that offers opportunities of developing and increasing your own skills?

Position: Scientist I/II – HPLC Characterisation of Monoclonal Antibodies (all genders)

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Perform HPLC analyses such as SEC, IEX, RP, and HIC for detailed mAb characterisation.
• Operate and maintain state-of-the-art HPLC systems to deliver accurate and reproducible results.
• Complement HPLC expertise with particle analysis methods (light microscopy, DLS, MFI, SEC/MALS) when applicable.
• Interpret data and ensure compliance with internal quality standards.
• Collaborate with R&D and Quality teams to support robust analytical workflows.
• Document analytical work and present findings clearly to internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Scientist I: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, biotechnology, or related field with typically 5 years of experience, or master’s with typically two years of experience.
• Scientist II: Bachelor’s in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, biotechnology, or related field with typically 7 or more years of experience or master’s degree with typically 5 or more years of experience.
• Strong hands‑on experience with HPLC for protein/mAb characterisation.
• Familiarity with particle and excipient characterisation techniques is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong communication skills and a team‑oriented mindset.

What We Offer

• Diverse work environment where you can have a real impact.
• Open corporate culture.
• Attractive salary.
• Intensive onboarding process with a mentor at your side.
• Flexible work models for a healthy work‑life balance.
• Corporate health management offering comprehensive health and exercise programs.
• Company social benefits.
• Wide range of career opportunities in an international organization.
• Top‑tier development opportunities.
• Strong international network.

Commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

AbbVie is committed to equality, equity, diversity and inclusion (EED&I). We appreciate different perspectives, create an inclusive culture and treat all employees with dignity and respect. We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to providing a respectful workplace for all employees, veterans and people with disabilities.

How to Apply

We look forward to receiving your application! All we need is a complete CV – we will discuss everything else with you in person. If you have any questions, email We look forward to hearing from you!