Obesity Discovery Scientist – External Innovation Lead

AbbVie; Illinois; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

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Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead external innovation for obesity discovery and collaborate with internal and external partners to advance obesity assets. The role focuses on CNS regulation of energy balance, cross-talk with other systems, and translating preclinical findings into clinical opportunities.

The ideal candidate will bring a PhD with post-doctoral experience and 6+ years of independent research, strong publications, and demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional

Qualifications

• PhD scientist with post-doctoral training in neuroscience, biology or related biological discipline
• 6+ years of independent research experience in industrial or academic setting
• Content expertise in obesity related scientific areas including CNS regulation of energy balance , brain peripheral cross-talk and pharmacological manipulation of energy balance
• Proven record of scientific achievements as assessed by peer reviewed publications
• Proficient with AI tools, graphing and data analysis tools
• Capable of performing platform talks at international conferences
• Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills
• Complex problem solving and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage time independently and effectively to achieve goals
• Experience in project management and cross functional/disciplines working is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support external collaborations and licensing opportunities to diversify the pipeline by serving as the Obesity Discovery lead in Search & Evaluation diligence teams. Use personal scientific expertise to advise on scientific merit and drive external innovation.
• Perform literature/intelligence searches to determine scientific and technical approaches for discovery of novel obesity targets emphasizing CNS regulation of energy balance with potential utility in additional indications (neurological disorders, autoimmune disorders).
• Serve as the Obesity Discovery lead in cross functional teams to expand obesity targets into other key therapy areas at AbbVie including but not limited to neuroscience and immunology.
• Coordinate in vitro/in vivo PoC studies for preclinical assets, working with contract research organizations and academic labs to complete key preclinical experiments.
• Apply experience to analyze preclinical PK, in vitro, in vivo data sets for obesity related assets, and to ensure scientific integrity throughout the process.
• Prepare scientific reports and presentations related to pre-clinical obesity assets.
• Design MoA experiments, review protocols, and data sets for late-stage clinical assets.
• Responsible for completing these tasks with minimal supervision.

Skills

AI tools

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in neuroscience/biology

Tools

AI tools

Graphing tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead external innovation for obesity discovery and collaborate with internal and external partners to advance obesity assets. The role focuses on CNS regulation of energy balance, cross-talk with other systems, and translating preclinical findings into clinical opportunities.

The ideal candidate will bring a PhD with post-doctoral experience and 6+ years of independent research, strong publications, and demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional