Senior Microbiology Scientist, Independent R&D Leader

AbbVie Inc.; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

AbbVie Inc. is seeking a technical expert in Microbiology to conceive and implement novel experimental approaches that answer scientific questions. You will investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods, contributing to project science across biology disciplines.

The role emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, and high-impact research. You will provide microbiology support for pipeline and on-market products, author publications and regulatory documents, and mentor others while

Qualifications

• Experience in Pharmaceutical and/or Device Microbiology required.
• Ability to multitask and work within timelines.
• Demonstrated scientific writing skills and strong verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Routinely demonstrate scientific initiative and creativity in research or development activities.
• Highly autonomous and productive in performing laboratory research or method development, requiring only minimal direction from or interaction with supervisor.
• Provide Microbiology support for pipeline and on-market products/devices.
• Formulate conclusions and design follow-on experiments based on multidisciplinary data.
• May initiate new areas of investigation that are scientifically meaningful, reliable, and can be incorporated directly into a research or development program.
• A primary author of publications, presentations, regulatory documents.
• Demonstrates high proficiency across a wide range of relevant technologies.
• Maintain a high level of productivity by setting and meeting project timelines.
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, and GxP compliance.
• Direct mentorship of others

Skills

Scientific writing

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree

Master’s Degree

PhD

Job description

AbbVie Inc. is seeking a technical expert in Microbiology to conceive and implement novel experimental approaches that answer scientific questions. You will investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods, contributing to project science across biology disciplines.

The role emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, and high-impact research. You will provide microbiology support for pipeline and on-market products, author publications and regulatory documents, and mentor others while