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Job DescriptionBiotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine (BGM), a part of Discovery Research within AbbVie’s R&D, is a global organization dedicated to the discovery and optimization of innovative drug candidate molecules for biotherapeutic modalities (monoclonal antibodies, multispecifics, proteins, conjugates, etc.) and genetic medicines (AAV, LNPs, siRNA, etc.) across all therapeutic areas.
We are seeking a highly driven and innovative scientist with expertise in bioinformatics to design, develop, and optimize data capture workflows and dynamic visualization dashboards for biologics discovery.
Responsibilities:
- Independently design digital workflows or tools to streamline biologics discovery and evaluate improvements in operational efficiency
- Identify, champion and test software solutions and that map to the needs of BGM
- Proactively identify scientist needs that further our digital transformation strategy and propose solutions to meet them
- Pilot new software and AI tools to evaluate utility for BGM and train others on how to use them
- Design and implement standard analyses and visualizations that balance customization and increased efficiency
- Represent BGM to Informatics and external software vendor providers as a technical and strategy expert.
- Collaborate across groups with different priorities and drive toward alignment
- Understand and communicate nuance of wet-lab workflows to enable integrated, harmonized data capture and champion data stewardship.
- Proactively communicate roadblocks and identify potential paths forward
- Communicate impact at internal and external forums
- BS, MS, or PhD in a related scientific discipline or bioinformatics with typically 10+ (BS), 8+ (MS), or 0-3 (PhD) years of experience.
- Strong foundational knowledge of molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and genetics
- Hands on experience in a biology or biochemistry lab setting
- Hands-on experience with commonly used bioinformatics tools and platforms (e.g., SnapGene, Geneious, Genedata Biologics, Pipebio, Benchling)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL, and at least one other programming language (e.g. Python, or R)
- Demonstrated expertise in retrieving, preprocessing, and managing large datasets from databases
- Proven ability to develop interactive data visualizations and dashboards (experience with Power BI, Tableau, D3.js, or Spotfire preferred)
- Experience with CRO data management/data standardization
- Experience with the integration and automation of laboratory instrumentation for data acquisition
- Ability to prioritize based on evolving needs and reach consensus among stakeholders
Preferred:
- Practical experience utilizing relevant programming libraries and frameworks for custom application development (such as Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Streamlit)
- Familiarity with the antibody or genetic medicine R&D and drug discovery process
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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Skills Required
- BS, MS, or PhD in a related scientific discipline or bioinformatics with corresponding experience (10+ for BS, 8+ for MS, 0-3 for PhD)
- Strong foundational knowledge of molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and genetics
- Hands-on experience in a biology or biochemistry lab setting
- Hands-on experience with bioinformatics tools/platforms (e.g., SnapGene, Geneious, Genedata Biologics, Pipebio, Benchling)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL, and at least one programming language (Python or R)
- Demonstrated expertise in retrieving, preprocessing, and managing large datasets from databases
- Proven ability to develop interactive data visualizations and dashboards (Power BI, Tableau, D3.js, or Spotfire)
- Experience with CRO data management and data standardization
- Experience with integration and automation of laboratory instrumentation for data acquisition
- Ability to prioritize evolving needs and reach consensus among stakeholders
- Practical experience with programming libraries for custom app development (Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Streamlit)
- Familiarity with antibody or genetic medicine R&D and drug discovery process
AbbVie Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AbbVie and has not been reviewed or approved by AbbVie.
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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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