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Compound Management Technician - R&D
Abbvie INC · 🇺🇸 North Chicago, IL, US
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 177 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 94 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Abbvie INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “DIRECTOR,PATIENT SVCES DATA STRATEGY & BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE” (Management Analysts) in IL: $192k–$236k, median $214k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Abbvie INC
The US Department of Labor certified 177 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 94 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
The Global Compound Logistics and Operations organization (GCLO) within AbbVie manages the inventory, dispersal and logistics of biological and chemical entities used by Discovery and Development scientists for all aspects of AbbVie drug discovery. AbbVie is seeking a motivated individual to fill Compound Management Technician - R&D role in the GCLO Dispensing Lab. This position would be directly responsible for the weighing and solvating of R&D small molecule compounds for both order fulfilment and inventory management purposes. The successful candidate will be expected to be proficient at maintaining a high level of concentration and attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks. Capability to work with and troubleshoot laboratory automation is a plus. This role requires full time on-site (5 days). No opportunity for remote or hybrid work. Responsibilities: • High output massing of compounds on precision balance equipment. • Solvating and plating of research materials using automated liquid handlers. • Receiving and stocking of laboratory supplies. • Disposal of laboratory waste products. • Participate in writing of SOPs and continuous improvement efforts. • Significant Work Activities and Conditions: • Working with potentially hazardous materials, PPE is required. • Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8-hour day). • Able to lift 25 pounds. Required: • High School/GED is required and at least 5 years prior technical experience in area(s) of specialty. • 5+ years of experience in compound management. • Ability to prioritize effectively and multi-task within an environment of shifting deadlines and demands. • Familiarity with laboratory techniques and practices. • Key leadership competencies: • Learn fast, grasp the "essence" of the task at hand, and can change course quickly where necessary • Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo • Open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement • Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to work within a team environment Preferred: • Bachelor’s Degree. • Experience working with a wide range of automated liquid handlers. • Experience in laboratory robotics operation. • Accustomed to spending extended periods of time working in a fume hood or balance enclosure. • Familiarity with chemical inventory information systems, and databases. • Demonstrated problem solving skills with strong oral and written communication skills. • Able to work independently and within a team setting. 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 t