Senior Scientist II

Allergan; Greenlawn (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a highly motivated research scientist to join their innovative Cell and Functional Biology group. This role involves leading the development of cell-based assays for antibody screening across various therapeutic areas. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cell culture, flow cytometry, and fluorescence-based assays, along with excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing research and making a significant impact on health solutions. If you are passionate about scientific excellence and innovation, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Short-term incentive programs

Long-term incentive programs

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in Biology or related fields.
• Proficient in implementing in vitro cell-based assays.
• Experience with high-throughput screening and collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of cell-based fluorescent assays for antibody screening.
• Design and validate assay protocols for reproducibility.
• Analyze complex data sets and provide research insights.

Skills

Cell-based assays

Flow cytometry

Fluorescence-based assays

Data analysis

Cell culture

Imaging techniques

Education

BS in Biology

MS in Molecular Biology

PhD in Neuroscience

Tools

ELISA/microplate cytometry

Statistical software

Job description

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 atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onX,Facebook,Instagram,YouTube,LinkedInandTik Tok.

Job Description

Discovery Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine (BGM) at AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated research scientist to join the Cell and Functional Biology group at the Cambridge Research Center (CRC). The CRC site based in Cambridge, MA offers a unique setting where BGM, Immunology, Neuroscience, and Genomic Research Center co-exist. In this role, you will be responsible for the conceptualization and execution of cell- and protein- based functional characterization assays for lead antibody identification/optimization and collaborating to generate stage-gate appropriate in vitro / cellular / in vivo data packages supporting PoC for Neuroscience programs. The ideal candidate should have strong experience with cell-based assays, cell culture and antibody screening and significant experience in flow cytometry, fluorescence-based assays and imaging. Familiarity with high-throughput screening and multi-specifics is highly valued. The applicant should be able to analyze, document, and report data. You should possess excellent communication skills and be comfortable working in cross-functional teams.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of cell-based fluorescent assays to enable function-first antibody screening across multiple therapeutic areas and drug discovery stages.
• Design, optimize, and validate assay protocols, ensuring robustness and reproducibility across projects.
• Analyze and interpret complex data sets, providing insights and recommendations for next steps in research projects.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements in cell-based assays, fluorescence applications, and imaging techniques to support the expansion of function-first assay design.
• Develop close cross-functional relationships with therapeutic area scientists to drive synthesis of innovative ideas and solutions to achieve organizational goals.
• Demonstrate scientific excellence through dedication to multiple projects in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD and typically 12+ (BS) years, 10+ (MS) years, or 4+ (PhD) years of experience in Biology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience or other related field.
• Proficient in conceptualization and implementation of in vitro cell-based assays.
• Experience with fluorescent based assay development with expertise in cell-culture, flow cytometry, ELISA/microplate cytometry and imaging platforms.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment.
• Strong attention to quality and details when exercising organizational, documentation and communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience with high-throughput screening, programming and multi-specific antibodies.
• Experience with external collaborations and partnerships.

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:

• 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 the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified 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 to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms.

• This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentiveprograms

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

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