Associate Scientist II, Toxicology Study Coordinator

Allergan; North Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Associate Scientist in Toxicology to support nonclinical studies and ensure regulatory compliance. In this role, you will draft study plans, manage data review, and facilitate communication among study personnel. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site collaboration with flexibility. Join a team dedicated to transforming lives through groundbreaking research and development in the pharmaceutical industry. If you are passionate about science and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Short-term Incentive Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field with 0-3+ years of experience.
• Strong communication skills and project management aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Draft study plans and assist in conducting nonclinical studies.
• Facilitate communication among study personnel and schedule events.

Skills

Project Management

Excellent Communication Skills

Flexibility

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Scientific Field

Master’s Degree

Tools

Electronic Data Capture System

Job description

Company Description

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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Tik Tok.

Job Description

The position of Associate Scientist, Toxicology Study Coordinator is in the Preclinical Safety group and will report to a manager in Toxicology. The Associate Toxicologist aids in the planning, conduct, and reporting of non-GLP and GLP toxicology studies, acting to support the Study Director and regulatory infrastructure.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Draft study plans, amendments, and report components
2. Assist in the technical conduct of nonclinical studies including protocol set-up in electronic data capture system and scheduling of study events
3. Perform data review periodically through study conduct and at study completion
4. Facilitate communications among study personnel
5. Coordinate the archival of study data and specimens
6. Support GLP infrastructure through quality control responsibilities and active participation in process improvement activities

ACCOUNTABILITY / SCOPE:

1. Responsible for key tasks in the set-up and conduct of nonclinical studies
2. Support the Study Director, acting as a designee for some tasks
3. Study support may include data review, preparing report data tables, drafting report sections, coordinating study data archiving, and other tasks as needed
4. Compile input from subject matter experts and incorporate into study plans
5. Facilitate study scheduling and resource allocation
6. Assist in driving assigned deliverables to timely completion
7. Maintain training to meet compliance standards

Qualifications

Basic:

1. Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent education, with typically 0-3+ years’ experience or Master’s Degree or equivalent education
   • Degree in scientific field preferred
2. Aptitude for managing multiple projects in a regulated environment
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills
4. Proven flexibility to deal with changing timelines, shifting work priorities, and evolving regulatory/industry requirements
5. Computer skills appropriate for job task

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Expertise in Good Laboratory Practices
2. Previous experience in the conduct and/or reporting of nonclinical studies

Position will be filled at level commensurate with extent of education, experience, and accomplishment. Associate Scientist I or Associate Scientist II.

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

1. This role follows a hybrid schedule requiring 4 days onsite per week
2. 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.
3. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
4. 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.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.

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