Oncology Discovery Scientist I – Cell & Molecular Biology

AbbVie Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie Oncology Discovery seeks a highly motivated biologist to explore cancer-targeting strategies and develop platforms for biologics‑based anticancer drugs, aiming to seed future clinical programs. The Scientist I will work in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary setting and collaborate with experts across disciplines.

The role involves designing and interpreting experiments on biologics such as antibodies and antibody‑drug conjugates, analyzing data, and ensuring milestones are met within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with typically five years of experience, or Master’s degree with typically two years of experience, in Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related field
• Extensive hands‑on laboratory research experience and a commitment to a lab‑based role that demands rigorous, high‑quality experimentation
• Broad expertise in standard biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, and immunology techniques (e.g., mammalian cell culture, cell‑based and biochemical assays, flow cytometry)
• Able to contribute independently within a team while actively collaborating with partners
• Demonstrated strength in verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational skills and experience using data analysis software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, FlowJo, GraphPad Prism)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key source of technical expertise and laboratory techniques
• Explore and develop new methods, techniques, and in vitro cellular and biochemical assays for use in oncology discovery programs
• Design, conduct, and interpret controlled experiments to investigate biology and mechanisms of action of biologics‑based therapeutics (e.g., antibodies, multi‑specifics, antibody‑drug conjugates)
• Rigorously analyze, interpret, and troubleshoot data; document results accurately and communicate them promptly
• Stay closely aligned with project goals and adjust experimental plans as needed; complete studies on schedule to support milestone decisions
• Contribute and collaborate as a key member of a matrixed team, under the guidance of a senior research scientist

Skills

Cell/Molecular Biology

Biochemistry

Immunology

Mammalian cell culture

Flow cytometry

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cell/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Immunology

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

FlowJo

GraphPad Prism

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AbbVie Oncology Discovery seeks a highly motivated biologist to explore cancer-targeting strategies and develop platforms for biologics‑based anticancer drugs, aiming to seed future clinical programs. The Scientist I will work in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary setting and collaborate with experts across disciplines.

The role involves designing and interpreting experiments on biologics such as antibodies and antibody‑drug conjugates, analyzing data, and ensuring milestones are met within a