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Job DescriptionThe Toxin Innovation Group is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist II to help drive novel research within our collaborative neurotoxin discovery and innovation program. The successful candidate will work on a variety of cell-based assays to evaluate protein-based therapeutics and contribute to their pharmacological characterization. Expertise in maintaining aseptic cell cultures and executing complex cell-based assays is required, with great experimental precision. The ideal candidate takes strong personal ownership of their projects while thriving in a dynamic, highly collaborative team environment.
Research with Select Agents is regulated and the candidate must conduct all work activities in compliance with AbbVie internal requirements and applicable regulatory requirements.
Key responsibilities
Culture cells in a sterile environment, including the expansion, differentiation, and maturation of human iPSC-derived neurons
Once trained, independently execute in vitro pharmacological studies and implement or develop new experimental protocols as needed.
Collaborate with cross-functional team members to achieve organizational goals, ensuring excellence in execution and effective workload prioritization
Perform data analysis, critique results, draw experimental conclusions, and present findings to multidisciplinary teams
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete experimental records in accordance with applicable laboratory practices, AbbVie internal requirements, and regulatory expectations
Job Qualifications
Highly motivated, hands-on experimentalist who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
Demonstrates flexibility and a commitment to scientific excellence
Possesses strong interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as creative thinking ability
Once trained, able to perform experiments independently and work effectively in a team environment
Independently perform data analysis, identify significant deviations, and draw appropriate conclusions
Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and diligence in record keeping
Education and Experience
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a biological science field with 3 years of experience in an academic or industry laboratory setting
Expertise in cell culture aseptic techniques is required
Experience in differentiating and maintaining iPSC cell cultures is preferred
Expertise in executing enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA), complex cell-based assays, and western blotting is required
Experience with immunohistochemistry, microscopy techniques, and/or flow cytometry is preferred
Computer skills: working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required
Knowledge of graphing software (e.g., GraphPad Prism) and a basic understanding of statistical analyses are preferred
Strong writing and communication skills
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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a biological science field
- Three years of experience in an academic or industry laboratory setting
- Expertise in aseptic cell culture techniques
- Expertise executing ELISA, complex cell-based assays, and western blotting
- Ability to independently perform experiments, analyze data, identify deviations, and draw conclusions
- Strong writing, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and record-keeping skills
- Experience differentiating and maintaining iPSC cell cultures
- Experience with immunohistochemistry, microscopy techniques, or flow cytometry
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of graphing software such as GraphPad Prism and basic statistical analysis
AbbVie Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are portrayed as a standout, with a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and an additional annual company contribution based on age and service. Feedback suggests this materially boosts perceived total compensation for many U.S. employees.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave are emphasized, including up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents and 4 weeks of paid caregiver leave in the U.S. Feedback suggests these policies are a meaningful differentiator for employees balancing family needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as extensive, with tiered vacation that scales with tenure, 17 company holidays, and two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave contributes notably to overall benefits satisfaction.
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