Principal Pathologist, Translational Oncology
- Employer
- AbbVie
- Location
- Lake County, IL, US
- Start date
- Jun 19, 2019
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Oncology
- Required Education
- Doctorate/PHD/MD
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
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Job Details
The Translational Oncology Biomarker team is seeking a Pathologist to drive the strategy for Translational biomarker development, lead programs, conduct histopathological evaluation of IHC studies and provide technical oversight of histotechnicians.
Key Responsibilities:
Basic:
Key Leadership Competencies:
At AbbVie, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic .
Key Responsibilities:
- Guide the method development of antibodies for determining target expression and biomarker analysis in both FFPE/OCT whole tissues and tissue microarrays, summarize IHC results, prepare presentations and interact with cross-functional teams to support IHC needs for different programs
- Drive the strategy for translational biomarker development, lead programs, coordinate and establish both internal and external collaborations
- Develop new methodologies to support multiple small molecule and biologics programs
- Utilize knowledge in the areas of cancer biology, adaption of IHC and development of translational IHC biomarker assays for use in the clinic
- Serve as an integral member of drug discovery and development teams who interface with both internal and external biology, biomarker, genomics, in vivo and toxicology groups to deliver novel therapeutic clinical candidates
Basic:
- MD and/or DVM or PhD in a relevant field with 8+ years of pathology experience in an R&D setting focusing on Oncology in the pharma industry and/or academia
- Board certification
- Must have 3+ years experience in IHC, antibody selection and optimization of IHC protocols (FFPE and OCT)
- Digital pathology experience with relevant cancer biology, biomarker research background and clinical pathology experience is highly preferred
- Oncology experience in the areas of apoptosis, DNA repair, epigenetics, ADC, biologics therapies, immuno-oncology desired.
- Proven leadership, teamwork and effective written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to direct or lead technical studies.
- Strong communication skills with preparing and presenting data to scientists with diverse scientific backgrounds required. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work in a team-oriented environment.
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 the 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 and manages innovation to reality
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to work within a dynamic team environment.
At AbbVie, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic .
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
- http://www.abbvie.com/
- Phone
- 1-800-255-5162
- Location
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1 North Waukegan Road
North Chicago
Illinois
60064
US
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