Senior Scientist - Automated Genomics & Screening

AbbVie; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

AbbVie in Worcester, MA is looking for a highly motivated Senior Scientist to support the high-throughput siRNA screening platform. This role involves leading execution of workflows and contributions to innovative data analysis. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in laboratory automation and RNA biology.

The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, promoting a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of experience for PhD; 8-10 years for MS; 10-12 years for BS in biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong hands-on experience with laboratory automation and high-throughput screening.
• Deep experience with RNA extraction and assay development.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of high-throughput siRNA screening workflows.
• Develop and optimize automated methods for sample preparation.
• Design experiments to evaluate siRNA activity and potency.

Skills

Laboratory automation

High-throughput screening workflows

RNA extraction

Bioinformatics collaboration

Excellent communication skills

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in Molecular Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, or related field

Tools

Automation systems

RT-qPCR

Next-generation sequencing (NGS)

Job description

AbbVie in Worcester, MA is looking for a highly motivated Senior Scientist to support the high-throughput siRNA screening platform. This role involves leading execution of workflows and contributions to innovative data analysis. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in laboratory automation and RNA biology.

The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, promoting a collaborative and dynamic work environment.