Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie Company · 2 months ago
2026 Small Molecule Process Chemistry Intern (PhD)
North Chicago, IL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$59K/yr - $100K/yr
Start in 2026 SummerAbbVie is a company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines to solve serious health issues. They are offering an internship opportunity in Small Molecule Process Chemistry, where the intern will design and validate a high throughput experimentation screening platform for Lewis Acid mediated coupling reactions under the supervision of experienced scientists.
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Responsibilities
Identify suitable technologies and optimize plate preparation for LA HTE
Leverage literature and LA library to design and prepare LA HTE screening plates
Validate plate preparation using pipeline relevant coupling reactions paired with advanced analytical techniques
Utilize HTE data to identify generalizable LA mediated coupling conditions for pipeline application and external publication
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in university, pursuing a PhD in organic synthesis (methods, total synthesis or other related fields)
Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship
Exposure to catalysis and/or transition metal cross-coupling
Preferred
Expected graduation date between December 2026 – July 2027
Exposure to high throughput experimentation
Ability to conduct and interpret scientific experiments, providing suggestions for additional experiments, including design and development of new assays
Ability to navigate organic chemistry literature to enable hypothesis driven experimental design
Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including analysis
Self-motivated; ability to execute with limited supervision and direction
Can work independently, with mentorship or as part of a team
Ability to independently troubleshoot experiments, operate laboratory reactors, and identify and solve elementary problems in experimental designs
Benefits
Competitive pay
Relocation support for eligible students
Select wellness benefits and paid holiday / sick time
Company
Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie Company
At Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, we develop, manufacture, and market a portfolio of leading aesthetics brands and products.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nicole Mowad-Nassar
Senior Vice President, AbbVie and President, Global Allergan Aesthetics
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