Associate Scientist III Cellular Biology

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a highly engaged scientist to advance cell culture and complex in vitro model development in the Investigative Toxicology and Pathology group.

You will contribute to risk assessment for novel therapeutics in the early development pipeline, using techniques like western blot, ELISA, and imaging to generate actionable insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field; Associate I level with 3–5 years experience or Master’s with no experience (Associate II).
• Hands-on one year of cell culture and in vitro model development experience.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities; excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in vitro, cell culture-based studies to support risk assessment for novel therapeutics.
• Develop and utilize simple and complex in vitro models (spheroids, organoids) across cell types.
• Run endpoints such as western blot, ELISA, cell viability, and immunofluorescent imaging to evaluate toxicity pathways.
• Generate reliable data independently with precision and timely interpretation.
• Communicate results effectively in a cross-functional environment.

Skills

Cell culture

In vitro model development

Data analysis

Communication skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Excel

GraphPad Prism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field

3-5 years experience or Master’s degree with no experience

Tools

Western blot

ELISA

Immunofluorescent imaging

Microscopy

Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

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.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly engaged scientist willing to develop and enhance current skills in cell culture and complex in vitro model development. The position, as part of the Investigative Toxicology and Pathology group, is a key interface between internal stakeholders across AbbVie (Discovery, Development Sciences, and Preclinical Toxicology). Using strong scientific and organizational skills, and use cell culture and molecular biology techniques, the successful candidate is expected to impact risk assessment for novel therapeutics in the early development pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in vitro, cell culture-based studies by supporting development and conduct of in vitro cell culture studies, the successful candidate will contribute to risk assessment for novel therapeutics in the early development pipeline
• Develop Utilize and build both simple and complex in vitro models (spheroids and organoids) across a diverse range of cell and tissue types
• Run endpoints such as western blot, ELISA, cell viability assessments and immunofluorescent imaging to screen compounds and evaluate mechanisms driving toxicity
• Independently generate reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Demonstrate experimental precision and strong data interpretation skills
• Exhibit excellent communication skills in a diverse and cross-functional environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in biology or related field (Associate I) and 3-5 years of experience or Master’s degree or equivalent education in biology or related field with no experience required (Associate II)
• Hands‑on one year of experience within cell culture and in vitro model development and/or maintenance
• Ability to work and contribute within a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to troubleshoot
• Fast learner, able to generate and analyze data with little supervision
• Proficient with Microsoft excel and Graphpad prism for data analysis

Preferred

• Proven record of experience working collaboratively to make scientific contributions to the scientific community
• Knowledge and familiarity with cellular biology
• Experience with microscopy, ELISA, protein quantification

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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