Senior Scientist I, siRNA in vitro Biology

AbbVie Inc; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior Scientist I to join their siRNA group. This role involves designing and executing research related to RNA-based therapies, contributing to numerous scientific publications and innovations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cell and molecular biology, be autonomous in laboratory settings, and demonstrate high productivity and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Short-term incentive programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience required for BS, 8+ for MS, or 0-3 for PhD.
• Experience in cell culture, mRNA isolation, sequencing, and protein quantification.
• Experience with oligonucleotide therapeutics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct novel research in siRNA delivery for therapeutic applications.
• Analyze and interpret data to drive experimental directions.
• Collaborate across functions and contribute to publications.

Skills

Experimental design

Creative problem solving

Cell and molecular biology

Productivity in a fast-paced environment

Education

PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry

Tools

qPCR

NGS

ELISA

Western Blot

Microscopy

Job description

Req#: 86703e75-a5ab-40f8-95f3-066e35e816d0
Company Description


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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on X , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn and Tik Tok .


Job Description


AbbVie is looking for a Senior Scientist I to join our growing therapeutic siRNA group within the Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine (BGM) department. This role will involve designing and executing innovative experimental approaches to address key scientific challenges related to siRNA delivery to various tissues. The successful candidate will drive scientific innovation, identify new methods and techniques, and collaborate across functions to support the development of novel RNA-based therapies.

Responsibilities:

• Conceive and execute novel scientific research that achieves project goals in the area of siRNA delivery
• Resolve key project hurdles and assumptions utilizing available information and technical expertise
• Work autonomously to perform laboratory research or develop methods with minimal supervision, consistently delivering high-quality results.
• Demonstrate expertise in a wide range of relevant technologies and methodologies.
• Maintain high productivity in the laboratory, ensuring efficiency in experiment execution.
• Analyze and interpret multidisciplinary data, generating conclusions that drive future experimental directions.
• Contribute as a primary author to publications, presentations and/or as a primary inventor of patents.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field with typically 10+ (BS), 8+ (MS), or 0-3 (PhD) years of relevant experience.
• Experience in cell and molecular biology including mammalian cell culture, mRNA isolation/quantitation by qPCR, sequencing (NGS/Sanger), protein quantification by ELISA and western blot is required.
• Experience with oligonucleotide therapeutics is a plus.
• Familiarity with microscopy is a plus.
• Outstanding aptitude for experimental design and execution, efficient assay development and creative problem solving.
• Capacity to be highly productive in a fluid and fast-paced work environment.
• Committed and collaborative team player.

Why AbbVie?
AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to bringing innovative medicines to patients in need. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the ability to make an impact on the future of healthcare. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming the landscape of genetic medicine.

If you are passionate about advancing RNA-based therapeutics and have a track record of success in cell and molecular biology, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this position.


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.

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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AbbVie is an American publicly traded biopharmaceutical company founded in 2013.

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