Associate Scientist, Toxicology II

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions 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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience—and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.

About the role

The primary functions of this position are conducting laboratory experiments and analysis in support of molecular toxicology studies.

Responsibilities

• Proactively engage in independent research to explore, develop, troubleshoot, and refine novel cell, biochemical, and molecular biology assays/techniques tailored to critical project demands.
• Demonstrate expertise in a wide array of experimental techniques and data analysis methods.
• Generate, coordinate, and present pivotal data on toxicity mechanisms utilizing in vitro assays or new alternative methodologies (NAMs) as required.
• Efficiently analyze and interpret molecular toxicology data, ensuring timely communication of findings and insights to project stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively to transfer in vitro platforms and methods across various key groups within AbbVie.

Qualifications

• MS in cell/molecular biology, molecular toxicology/pharmacology, biochemistry, or a related field with 0-2+ years of experience.
• BS in cell/molecular biology, molecular toxicology/pharmacology, biochemistry, or a related field with 0-2+ years of experience.
• Experience in basic cell culture and cell biology, biochemical, and molecular biology (RNA, DNA, protein) endpoints.
• Knowledge of spheroid/organoid culture/analysis is a plus.
• Good analytical skills and knowledge in data analysis, interpretation, report writing, and communication (both written and oral).
• Practical knowledge of in vitro assay development and troubleshooting; ability to work in a rapid-pace environment.
• Experience with molecular model characterization and imaging endpoints is a plus.
• Knowledge of traditional scientific, statistical, and graphing software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• Eligible to participate in short-term incentive programs.

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: The compensation range described reflects the range of possible base pay the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of posting, based on the job grade. 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.