Senior Scientist I, Microbiology

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

• Compensation: USD 96,500 - USD 183,500 - yearly

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

Technical expert in Microbiology that will conceive and implement novel experimental approaches to answer scientific questions. Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques. Contribute to project science in area of expertise. Demonstrate mastery of broad range of experimental techniques/methods, data analysis and technical writing for Microbiology. Develop productive collaborations and communications with other groups across science disciplines.

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent education and typically 10 years of experience. Master’s Degree or equivalent education and typically 8 years of experience. PhD and no experience necessary.
• Experience in Pharmaceutical and/or Device Microbiology required.
• Possess thorough theoretical and practical understanding of own scientific discipline.
• Ability to multitask and work within timelines.
• Demonstrated scientific writing skills and strong verbal communication skills.

Additional Information

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The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at thetimeofthis posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographiclocation,andwemay ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may bemodified in thefuture.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

This job is eligible toparticipate in our short-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.Theamountandavailabilityof anybonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremains in the Company'ssoleandabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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