AbbVie

Scientist I, In Vivo Pharmacology

AbbVie • $88K — $105K *
Cambridge, MA 02139In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field; 5 years or 2 years of experience respectively.
  • Hands-on experience in conducting in vivo mouse studies.
  • Proficiency in rodent handling with prior surgical experience; stereotaxic surgery experience is a plus.
  • Skills in diverse dosing techniques (IP, SC, and RO) and conducting rodent necropsies are essential.
  • Familiarity with transgenic models of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Experience with advanced imaging techniques such as fluorescence, confocal, or two-photon microscopy is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate in designing and executing in vivo experiments for drug discovery.
  • Conduct in vivo studies using animal models relevant to Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases.
  • Perform data analysis and prepare presentations to communicate results.
  • Develop and apply new methods to enhance understanding of disease mechanisms and target biology.
  • Assist in target identification and validation for drug development programs.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
  • Participation in short-term incentive programs.
  • 401(k) plan available to eligible employees.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Discovery Neuroscience In Vivo Pharmacology group at AbbVie's Cambridge Research Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is seeking a highly skilled, self-motivated in vivo scientist to join a dynamic team supporting Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease drug discovery programs. This individual will contribute to the design and execution of in vivo studies and support target identification, target validation, PK/PD, and efficacy studies.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with team members to design and execute in vivo experiments supporting drug discovery efforts, including target identification, target validation, and evaluation of novel molecules
  • Conduct in vivo studies in Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease animal models
  • Perform data analysis, interpretation, and put together presentation of results
  • Develop and implement new technologies and methods to advance understanding of disease pathophysiology and target biology


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education with typically 5 years of experience, or Master's Degree or equivalent education with typically two years of experience.
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience conducting in vivo mouse studies
  • Proficiency in rodent handling, with prior surgical experience; stereotaxic surgery experience highly preferred
  • Experience in dosing techniques (e.g., IP, SC, and RO), and rodent necropsy required
  • Experience working with transgenic models of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease preferred, but not required
  • Experience with imaging techniques such as fluorescence, confocal, or two-photon microscopy is preferable, but not required
  • Ability to work independently and conduct studies with minimal supervision
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet timelines
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and sites


Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
  • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

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Learn more about AbbVie
Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$288.5 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
$4.6 billion
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+17%
Revenue
$45.8 billion
NASDAQ
ABBV
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