Lead Translational Immunology Scientist

BioSpace; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Long-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking an experienced translational and biomarker scientist in Massachusetts to drive translational medicine activities for the immunology portfolio. You will shape biomarker strategies, manage data integration, and lead cross-functional teams across development stages.

The role emphasizes cutting-edge immunology, assay development, and collaboration with Medical Affairs and Clinical Operations to ensure regulatory and scientific excellence.

Qualifications

• PhD/MD/ PharmD with 4+ years (MS 6+; BS 10+) in pharma or equivalent.
• Strong background in immunology and translational medicine.
• Experience leading translational biomarker programs and teams.
• Experience with biomarker assay development and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Lead translational and biomarker strategy for clinical programs.
• Coordinate sample management and assay validation with CROs.
• Oversee data management and reporting in alignment with regulatory plans.
• Author translational medicine sections of clinical/regulatory documents.

Skills

Immunology

Translational sciences

Biomarker strategies

Leadership

Data visualization

Computational biology

Education

PhD/MD/PharmD

MS

BS

Tools

IHC/IF

Gene expression profiling

Flow cytometry

Ligand binding assays

Job description

AbbVie is seeking an experienced translational and biomarker scientist in Massachusetts to drive translational medicine activities for the immunology portfolio. You will shape biomarker strategies, manage data integration, and lead cross-functional teams across development stages.

The role emphasizes cutting-edge immunology, assay development, and collaboration with Medical Affairs and Clinical Operations to ensure regulatory and scientific excellence.