Obesity Neurobiology Scientist: Discovery & Innovation

ABBVIE; North Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 125.000 - 237.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AbbVie in North Chicago, IL, seeks Principal Scientist I in Obesity Neurobiology to advance external innovation for obesity assets. You will lead Discovery diligence teams, collaborate with cross-functional groups, and drive preclinical/early asset exploration.

The role requires a PhD with 6+ years of independent research, CNS/energy balance expertise, and strong communication. You will coordinate in vitro/in vivo studies, prepare reports, and help define MoA experiments while engaging external

Formación

• 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
• 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

Responsabilidades

• Support external collaborations and licensing opportunities as Obesity Discovery lead in diligence teams.
• Perform literature searches to determine discovery approaches for CNS obesity targets.
• Coordinate cross functional teams to expand obesity targets into other therapy areas.
• Coordinate in vitro/in vivo PoC studies with CROs and labs.
• Analyze preclinical PK, in vitro, in vivo data for obesity assets.
• Prepare scientific reports and presentations related to pre-clinical assets.
• Design MoA experiments, review protocols and data sets for assets.
• Complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Conocimientos

AI tools

Data analysis

Graphing

Public speaking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Project management

Educación

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

6+ years independent research experience

Descripción del empleo

AbbVie in North Chicago, IL, seeks Principal Scientist I in Obesity Neurobiology to advance external innovation for obesity assets. You will lead Discovery diligence teams, collaborate with cross-functional groups, and drive preclinical/early asset exploration.

The role requires a PhD with 6+ years of independent research, CNS/energy balance expertise, and strong communication. You will coordinate in vitro/in vivo studies, prepare reports, and help define MoA experiments while engaging external