Sr Scientist I Bioinformatics

ZipRecruiter; North Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Computational Biologist/Bioinformatician to join their Neuroscience Bioinformatics group. This role involves analyzing OMICS data to discover biomarkers and improve patient care in neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders. Candidates with extensive experience in data analysis, as well as strong programming skills in R or Python, are encouraged to apply. Opportunities for remote work are also available.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Short-term incentive programs

Qualifications

• 10 years experience with a Bachelor's, 8 years with a Master's, or fresh PhD.
• At least 4 years analyzing OMICS data.
• Proficiency in R or Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for biomarker discovery.
• Analyze and integrate OMICS data to understand disease mechanisms.
• Collaborate with teams to discuss objectives and results.

Skills

Data analysis

Programming in R

Programming in Python

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Master’s Degree or equivalent

PhD

Job description

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 at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

Job Description

At AbbVie, the Genomics Research Center (GRC) is a center of excellence for genetics and genomics that works with both Discovery and Development. Within the GRC, the Department of Bioinformatics is responsible for data analysis and provides analytical insights for both internal and external data. The Neuroscience Bioinformatics group of the GRC bioinformatics team partners with the AbbVie Neuroscience department to leverage OMICS data and bioinformatics analysis to identify and develop innovative approaches and strategies to address brain disorders.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Computational Biologist/Bioinformatician in the Neuroscience Bioinformatics group of the GRC, based in Lake County (North Chicago, IL). The successful candidate will work closely with bioinformatics and wet-lab groups in North Chicago, IL; Cambridge, MA; Ludwigshafen, Germany, to contribute to target and biomarker identification, validation, and project advancement through OMICS data analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement computational strategies for biomarker discovery and precision medicine in neurodegenerative disorders, psychiatric disorders, movement disorders, and migraines.
• Analyze and integrate genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and other OMICS data from various sources to understand disease mechanisms, identify/validate targets and biomarkers, and assist in patient stratification.
• Design, evaluate, and implement computational methods, pipelines, and tools for data analysis and visualization. Interpret results and contribute to hypothesis generation.
• Collaborate with disease biology experts, statisticians, and bioinformaticians within AbbVie in interdisciplinary and international teams to discuss objectives, strategies, results, and interpretations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with typically 10 years of experience; Master’s Degree or equivalent with typically 8 years of experience; PhD with no experience necessary.
• At least 4 years of hands-on experience analyzing OMICS data, including genomics and at least two other OMICS technologies.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as R or Python.
• Strong communication skills demonstrated in interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience in basic neuroscience research, neuroscience drug discovery, or the pharmaceutical industry is a plus.
• Experience with clinical study data analysis is a plus.
• Options for remote and onsite work are discussed during interviews.

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants in locations with pay disclosure requirements:

• The salary range is an estimate of potential base pay, depending on location and other factors. Actual pay may vary.
• We offer benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
• This role is eligible for short-term incentive programs.

Note: Compensation is considered earned only when paid. The company reserves the right to modify benefits and compensation at its discretion.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For more information, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodations can find more info at https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html.