AbbVie

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AbbVie • $90K — $120K *
North Chicago, IL 60064In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years or Master's Degree with 2+ years of experience in a relevant field.
  • Extensive experience with primary cell cultures, human tissue samples, and cellular isolation techniques.
  • Proficient in cell and molecular assays like qPCR, flow cytometry, ELISA, and viability assays.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills; experience with electronic lab notebooks preferred.
  • Familiarity with statistical analysis tools such as Excel and GraphPad Prism.
  • Proven ability to collaborate in cross-functional, matrixed environments.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and culture immortalized and primary cell lines from NHP and human origins.
  • Isolate primary human cells from tissues and blood.
  • Develop flow cytometry panels for immunophenotyping in collaboration with a Principal Scientist.
  • Design and interpret in vitro experiments for drug discovery with NHP and human primary immune cells.
  • Conduct experiments with independence, managing tasks with minimal oversight.
  • Organize and prioritize multiple workload tasks effectively.
  • Document procedures and results meticulously, contributing to reports as necessary.
  • Engage with diverse scientific audiences, presenting findings in a collaborative manner.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive package including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick).
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan for eligible employees.
  • Participation in short-term incentive programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join Discovery Immunology's Nonhuman Primate (NHP) In Vivo Pharmacology team. As part of that team, this position will drive the development and deployment of NHP in vitro and in vivo models to support AbbVie's Immunology drug discovery efforts. This is a hands-on and lab-based role requiring significant cell biology and ex vivo expertise. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with primary cell cultures and in vitro cell-based assays in the context of autoimmune disease.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Routine culture and maintenance of immortalized and primary cell cultures, especially of NHP and human origin.
  • Isolation of primary human cells from various sources including tissue and whole blood.
  • Work with a Principal Scientist to develop flow cytometry panels for immunophenotyping
  • Design, perform, and interpret in vitro experiments to support drug discovery and development activities with both human and NHP primary immune cells.
  • Conduct experiments with a high level of independence and initiative and performing tasks with minimal direct supervision for routine methods.
  • Independently schedule and prioritize workload to manage several tasks simultaneously
  • Maintain detailed and timely electronic documentation to ensure adherence to departmental procedures and contribute to final reports as needed.
  • Interact with other scientists within a matrixed environment including to identify / utilize resources outside of own group and presenting findings to audiences with diverse backgrounds (e.g., immunologists, cell biologists, pathologists, bioengineers).


Qualifications

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree at least 5 years of experience, or Master's Degree with at least two years of experience.
  • Experience working with human tissue samples and with isolating and characterizing cells such as epithelial, fibroblast, endothelial, and/or immunological (B cells, T cells, monocytes) by methods such as tissue digestion and dissociation. Extensive experience with primary cell cultures and in vitro cell based assays.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in cell and molecular biological assays such as qPCR analysis, multicolor flow cytometry, FACS, ELISA/Luminex/MSD, cell proliferation/viability assays, cytotoxicity, and in vitro cell stimulation assays
  • Strong written/oral communication and presentation skills are important. Experience with electronic lab notebooks is preferred.
  • Experience with statistical analysis and graphing software (Excel, FlowJo, GraphPad Prism)
  • Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed organization.


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 roleat the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on manyfactors 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 isearned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that areallocable 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 absolutediscretion, consistent with applicable law.

About AbbVie

AbbVie develops pharmaceuticals and medical devices. They provide products and services to therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology.

AbbVie Careers

Joining AbbVie means becoming part of a global team dedicated to making a remarkable impact on patients' lives. At AbbVie, our employees are united in the pursuit of groundbreaking innovation and are committed to transforming the future of healthcare with leading-edge science.

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At AbbVie, you’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry to solve challenging problems that have a high impact on society. Our culture fosters growth and embraces leadership and diversity training, ensuring that every team member can thrive.

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We believe in nurturing our team's professional growth through comprehensive training programs, leadership development opportunities, and continuous learning. Our commitment to your career growth is reflected in our robust offerings that enhance your skills and knowledge.

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AbbVie is dedicated to supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside of work. Our benefits package includes health, financial, and social benefits that are designed to support the diverse needs of our employees. Our inclusive culture encourages collaboration and innovation, fostering a workplace where all can excel.

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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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