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Scientist II/ Senior Scientist I, Virology

Employer
AbbVie
Location
North Chicago, IL, US
Start date
May 24, 2019

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Discipline
Science/R&D, Biotechnology, Virology
Required Education
Bachelors Degree
Position Type
Full time
Hotbed
BioMidwest, Best Places to Work

Job Details

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative scientist with background in Virology, Immunology, and/or molecular biology to join the AbbVie Infectious Disease team in North Chicago, IL. We are looking for a Scientist / Sr. Scientist with experience in cell culture, tissue processing, flow cytometry (FACS), as well as standard molecular biology and biochemical techniques. Above all, we are looking for a highly motivated and collaborative individual with a passion for research, who enjoys working in a fast-paced and highly dynamic working environment.

Key Responsibilities Includes:

  • Perform mammalian cell culture and independently develop, run, analyze and troubleshoot in vitro assays, such as FACs & cell-based activity assays.
  • Use developed in vitro assays to validate and characterize novel therapeutic entities.
  • Demonstrate innovation and strong problem solving, analytical skills and be a team player.
  • Work collaboratively with matrixed project teams and members of the group to drive innovation and deliver novel therapies for patients.
  • Develop productive collaborations and communication with other groups across therapeutic areas.
  • Timely documentation of experiments and activities in electronic archive systems.
  • Engage colleagues in cross-disciplinary scientific discussion, present scientific data to the team.


Basic:

  • BS in Virology, Immunology, molecular biology, or related field with at 7+ years of relevant experience or MS with 5+ years of experience or a Ph.D with 0+ years of experience.
  • Extensive expertise in mammalian cell culture/transfection is required.
  • Proficiency in a wide range of immunological laboratory techniques, in particular flow cytometric analysis (FACS).
  • Proficiency in a wide range of molecular biology and immunology techniques (Molecular cloning, RNA isolation, c-DNA synthesis, qPCR, proliferation/cytotoxicity assays).
  • Experienced in infectious disease research and BSL training or experience is a plus.
  • Experienced in cell isolation and culture of primary immune cells (dendritic cells, macrophages and T cells) is a plus.
  • Must possess the ability to design experiments and think independently.
  • Strong communication and organization skills, especially the ability to work across multiple scientific disciplines and functions.


Key Leadership Competencies:

  • Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance.
  • Learns fast, grasps the "essence" and can change course quickly where indicated.
  • Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo.
  • Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.
  • Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation an manages innovation to reality.


Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Company

AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines 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: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women’s health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Stock Symbol: ABBV

Stock Exchange: NYSE

Company info
Website
Phone
1-800-255-5162
Location
1 North Waukegan Road
North Chicago
Illinois
60064
US

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