Scientist, Data II

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie seeks an experienced AI Data Scientist II to join the FAiM Team, driving AI/ML solutions in the Global Therapeutics space. You will lead development of robust data pipelines, backend systems (FastAPI), and automation while collaborating with clinical scientists, IT, and business stakeholders to deliver impactful drug discovery insights.

The role emphasizes hands-on Python data science, knowledge graphs, and AWS ECS on a globally impactful platform, with strong emphasis on project

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience applying AI/ML in clinical or pharmaceutical contexts.
• Hands-on experience using large language models and machine learning algorithms.
• Strong programming skills in Python with emphasis on data science libraries.
• Backend development experience using FastAPI.
• Experience with Knowledge Graphs and associated Python packages.
• Experience building applications on AWS infrastructure specifically ECS.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy AI-driven solutions to solve complex clinical and pharmaceutical challenges.
• Develop and maintain backend systems using FastAPI for robust data processing pipelines.
• Develop automations utilizing Robotic Process Automation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including clinical scientists, IT, and business stakeholders to include technical timelines and planning.
• Lead multiple concurrent projects while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Translate complex technical concepts into accessible insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal teams and external vendors to stay informed on AI trends and best practices.
• Independently design and develop business technology solutions to answer scientific or business questions through integration, visualization, and analysis of data.
• Demonstrate proficiency across a range of technologies related to storage, transfer, integration, visualization, and analysis of large and complex data sets.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the pharmaceutical and healthcare business and utilize this knowledge in the rapid advancement of agile, impactful, and cost-effective solutions.
• Effectively organize and present project objectives and progress. Contribute to technical publications and presentations.

Skills

AI/ML in pharma

Python data libs

Large language models

Backend development

Communication

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s in CS/Data Science or related

Master’s degree

Tools

FastAPI

AWS ECS

Knowledge Graphs

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 an experienced AI Data Scientist II to join our innovative FAiM Team at AbbVie Pharmaceuticals. This position is an opportunity to join a team and work at the intersection of machine learning and artificial intelligence within the Global Therapeutics space at AbbVie. In this role, you will leverage cutting-edge AI technologies to transform our clinical data operations and drive pharmaceutical innovation. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise and development leadership with clinical science knowledge to create solutions that accelerate drug discovery and improve patient outcomes.

This role will work collaboratively with technology and business groups to perform analyses and implement technologies to deliver precise, reliable, and reproducible solutions in a timely manner as a development lead. Also, this role will need to demonstrate technical precision and strong data science skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy AI-driven solutions to solve complex clinical and pharmaceutical challenges.
• Develop and maintain backend systems using FastAPI for robust data processing pipelines.
• Develop automations utilizing Robotic Process Automation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including clinical scientists, IT, and business stakeholders to include technical timelines and planning.
• Lead multiple concurrent projects while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Translate complex technical concepts into accessible insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal teams and external vendors to stay informed on AI trends and best practices.
• Independently design and develop business technology solutions to answer scientific or business questions through integration, visualization, and analysis of data.
• Demonstrate proficiency across a range of technologies related to storage, transfer, integration, visualization, and analysis of large and complex data sets.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the pharmaceutical and healthcare business and utilize this knowledge in the rapid advancement of agile, impactful, and cost-effective solutions.
• Effectively organize and present project objectives and progress. Contribute to technical publications and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related technical field and 5 years of experience; Or Master’s Degree and 4 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience applying AI/ML in clinical or pharmaceutical contexts.
• Hands-on experience using large language models and machine learning algorithms.
• Strong programming skills in Python with emphasis on data science libraries
• Backend development experience using FastAPI.
• Experience with Knowledge Graphs and associated Python packages
• Experience building applications on AWS infrastructure specifically ECS.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred

• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Background in life sciences or work experience in the pharmaceutical industry preferred.

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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