Scientist I, Neuroscience Molecular Imaging

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. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Responsibilities

• Assist with executing experiments to answer scientific questions.
• Provide experimental support for preclinical imaging studies in rodents and large animals, including (but not limited to) formulation and administration of radiotracer/contrast agent/compound, image data acquisition, blood sampling, metabolite analysis, NHP fasting.
• Understand objectives of projects and able to readily adapt and modify experimental plans as needed.
• Learn, understand, and master new experimental techniques.
• Innovate, develop and implement high quality study protocols.
• Operate state of the art imaging systems, including a Mediso LFER 150 PET/CT, a Nanoscan PET/CT, and two Bruker MRI systems.
• Assist with ensuring optimal functionality of imaging equipment and serve as the liaison with vendors to facilitate instrument repair and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with performing analysis of imaging data using specialized imaging software.
• Conduct and interpret literature searches to aid in the understanding and improvement of imaging studies.
• Set and meet experimental timelines.
• Organize and present scientific plans and data.
• Function as the study coordinator of several preclinical imaging studies.
• Contribute to writing of publications, presentations, and patents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and 5 years of experience or Master’s degree and 2 years of experience.
• Pharmaceutical Industry Experience Preferred.
• Diverse experience in animal handling and a well-developed interest in working with advanced imaging techniques.
• Experience working with radioactivity preferred; willingness and ability to work with radioactivity required.
• Able to multitask and work within given timelines.
• Demonstrated strong verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Eligibility to participate in short-term incentive programs