Scientist I/II, Cellular & Molecular Biology - Investigative Toxicology & Pathology
- Employer
- AbbVie
- Location
- Lake County, IL, US
- Start date
- Jul 19, 2019
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Pathology
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- BioMidwest, Best Places to Work
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Job Details
The Investigative Toxicology and Pathology (ITP) Group in Preclinical Safety (PCS) is responsible for collaborating with Discovery to select new targets/lead molecules through use of in vitro and in vivo studies, as well as supporting toxicity-associated issue resolution for development programs. We have a challenging opportunity for a motivated and experienced Scientist in North Chicago, IL.
AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated, innovative, experienced, and collaborative scientist to perform immunohistochemistry (optimization and routine), in situ hybridization, image analysis, immunofluorescence/confocal microscopy, and laser capture microdissection for discovery and development project support.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications (Required):
Qualifications (Preferred):
AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated, innovative, experienced, and collaborative scientist to perform immunohistochemistry (optimization and routine), in situ hybridization, image analysis, immunofluorescence/confocal microscopy, and laser capture microdissection for discovery and development project support.
Responsibilities:
- Interface with ITP pathologists and toxicologists, as well as PCS Discovery and Development project team members to aid in the identification of new drug candidates and issue resolution
- Collaborate with preclinical scientists to characterize target organ toxicity and morphologic endpoint quantification
- Conceive and execute laboratory assays contributing to tissue localization of target and toxicity MOA determination in pre-clinical development
- Level will be based on education & years of experience.
Qualifications (Required):
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education with typically 5 years experience, or Master's degree or equivalent education with typically 2 years experience.
- Possesses thorough theoretical and practical understanding of immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, and image analysis.
- Working knowledge of routine histotechnology
Qualifications (Preferred):
- Strong experience in the use of commonly-used image analysis platforms (Genie, Halo, VisioPharm, etc.)
- Pharmaceutical industry/biotechnology/toxicology experience
- HT/HTL/QIHC (ASCP) certification
- Working knowledge of immunofluorescence, confocal microscopy, and/or laser capture microdissection
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional team setting
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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