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Associate Scientist / Scientist, Cellular Assays

Employer
AbbVie
Location
Lake County, Illinois
Start date
Nov 4, 2021

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

Job Details

About AbbVie
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, YouTube and LinkedIn.

We are seeking a highly-motivated molecular or cell biologist, preferably with prior pharma/biotech experience, to join the Protein Degradation Platform Team in North Chicago, IL. This position is laboratory-based, requires strong experimental skills and the ability to effectively work in an integrated team environment. A proven track record in exploratory biology, particularly utilizing cell-based screening modalities, is preferred. This individual should thrive working with innovative technologies in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to discovery research by serving as a team lead and expert in cell culture and cell line engineering
  • Execute standard analytical protein monitoring assays (e.g., Western blot, ELISA, luminescence, immunofluorescence)
  • Perform cellular functional assays (e.g., compound, biologic or genetic perturbation endpoints such as cell health, signal transduction, etc.,)   
  • Work closely with biology and chemistry team members and project leads to contribute to platform and pipeline programs
  • Effectively communicate results to peers and senior research staff
  • Maintain expert proficiency in core laboratory techniques while learning additional workflows in support of new projects and adjacent teams

Qualifications

Education and Training:

  • B.S or M.S. in pharmacology, molecular/cell biology, biochemistry or related discipline is required
  • Associate II requires B.S. and typically 3 years of relevant experience or M.S. and no additional experience required
  • Scientist I requires B.S. and typically 5 years  or M.S. and typically 2 years of relevant experience
  • Scientist II requires B.S. and typically 7 years  or M.S. and typically 5 years of relevant experience

Qualifications:

  • Strong scientific foundation in the understanding and implementation of a wide range of cell-based assays and readouts required
  • Experience with automation and HTS/HCS instrumentation
  • Familiarity with CRISPR, NGS, and proteomic workflows
  • Proficient with data analysis software
  • Highly self-motivated and curious; ability to independently design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments
  • Exceptional verbal and non-verbal communication skills
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work independently, yet works efficiently in teams to achieve objectives

Significant Work Activities
N/A
Travel
No
Job Type
Experienced
Schedule
Full-time
Job Level Code
IC
Equal Employment Opportunity
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
Phone
1-800-255-5162
Location
1 North Waukegan Road
North Chicago
Illinois
60064
US

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