Scientist III Cancer Biology

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 85 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Short-term incentives

Resumo da oferta

AbbVie Oncology Discovery Research is advancing a cancer-targeted pipeline using functional genomics and ‘omics technologies. The Scientist I/II role in Lake County, Illinois, emphasizes independent planning, execution of assays, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to push discovery objectives forward.

The ideal candidate brings strong mammalian cell culture and data integration skills, with a proven track record in signal transduction and oncogenesis.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree with typically 5 years of experience for Scientist I, or master’s with 2 years.
• Scientist II requires bachelor’s with 7+ years or master’s with 5+ years.
• Experience with cell-based and molecular assays, especially mammalian culture.

Responsabilidades

• Identify research opportunities, develop hypotheses, and advance discovery activities.
• Plan and execute lab research and method development with supervisor input.
• Integrate multidisciplinary data and design follow-up experiments.
• Demonstrate proficiency across technologies and adopt new approaches.
• Deliver high-quality results while overcoming technical hurdles.

Conhecimentos

Cell assays

Mammalian culture

CRISPR screening

RNA sequencing

Data integration

Oncogenesis knowledge

Communication skills

Formação académica

Bachelor’s Degree + 5+ years

Master’s Degree + 2+ years

Ferramentas

CRISPR-based screening

RNA sequencing

Deep mutational scanning

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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

AbbVie Oncology Discovery Research is at the forefront of cancer research, discovering and developing the next generation of treatments for patients with unmet needs. Our robust pipeline spans small molecules and biologics, including first-in-class agents directed at pathways critical to the survival and growth of solid and hematologic tumors.

We are seeking a highly motivated and accomplished Scientist I/II with expertise in cell and molecular biology to join our growing team in Lake County, Illinois. This laboratory-focused role will contribute to the discovery and validation of novel cancer targets using state-of-the-art functional genomics and ‘omics technologies. The successful candidate will have a strong record of scientific achievement, extensive hands-on research experience, and knowledge of signal transduction and/or oncogenesis. The role requires excellent communication, effective collaboration in a multidisciplinary environment, and the ability to prioritize and advance multiple research activities.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Exercise scientific initiative and creativity to identify research opportunities, develop hypotheses, and advance discovery activities.
• Independently plan and execute laboratory research and method-development activities, seeking input from the supervisor and project team as appropriate.
• Integrate multidisciplinary data, draw scientifically rigorous conclusions, and design follow-up experiments that advance project objectives.
• Demonstrate proficiency across a broad range of relevant technologies and rapidly learn and apply new experimental approaches.
• Deliver high-quality experimental results while identifying and resolving technical hurdles efficiently.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Scientist I: Bachelor’s Degree with typically 5 years of experience, or master’s degree with typically two years of experience.
• Scientist II: Bachelor’s Degree with typically 7 or more years of experience or master’s degree with typically 5 or more years of experience.
• Ability to execute a broad range of cell-based and molecular assays, with exceptional proficiency in mammalian cell culture.
• Growth mindset demonstrated through openness to feedback, adaptability, and learning from setbacks.
• Demonstrated proficiency in state-of-the-art functional genomics and ‘omics technologies, including CRISPR-based screening, RNA sequencing, and deep mutational scanning.
• Strong knowledge of signal transduction and/or oncogenic mechanisms is required.
• Proven ability to maintain scientific rigor and deliver results across concurrent priorities.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across scientific disciplines and contribute constructively to teams.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to clearly present experimental results, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Drug discovery and/or translational research experience is preferred.

Additional Information

• 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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