Scientist I/II, CAR-T Cellular Therapy, Discovery
- Employer
- AbbVie
- Location
- Redwood City, CA, US
- Start date
- Sep 5, 2019
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Biotechnology, Biotherapeutics
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- Biotech Bay, Best Places to Work
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Job Details
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join AbbVie's rapidly expanding cellular therapy group in Redwood City, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for generating antigen-specific CAR-T cells, creation of target antigen positive and negative cell lines and functional biological assays. You will ensure scientific excellence, quality and completeness of key platform initiatives and will collaborate in a multidisciplinary research team in an exciting, fast-paced discovery-oriented environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Scientist I: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education with typically 5+ years of experience or a Master's Degree (or equivalent education) with 2+ years of experience
Scientist II: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education with typically 7+ years of experience or a Master's Degree (or equivalent education) 5+ years of experience
PREFERRED:
KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Working with multiple project teams to coordinate logistics and to conduct in vitro functional studies
- Conducting studies within timelines to help achieve milestone decisions; anticipating potential hurdles and identifying alternative strategies to minimize impact to project goals
- Maintaining accurate and timely records of research
- Developing and delivering scientific presentations and reports for internal meetings
- Working as part of a highly collaborative interdisciplinary team in an integrated and well-supported research laboratory
- Reviewing, comprehending and complying with all SOP's and quality assurance standard pertaining to specific area
Scientist I: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education with typically 5+ years of experience or a Master's Degree (or equivalent education) with 2+ years of experience
Scientist II: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education with typically 7+ years of experience or a Master's Degree (or equivalent education) 5+ years of experience
- Practical experience with primary cell culture, T cell functional assays, and molecular biology techniques is required
- A strong expertise in molecular biology, T cell biology and oncology research experience is desirable
- Skills include, but not limited to: flow cytometry (FACs), PCR, qPCR, ELISA, Luminex, retroviral/lentiviral based transduction systems, T cell clone generation
PREFERRED:
- Background in immuno-oncology research
- Experience with in vitro mammalian cell culture
- Proficiency with the software program Prism
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 and manages innovation to reality
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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