Scientist I, Bioanalytics

About AbbVie

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

The Quantitative, Translational and ADME Sciences Department at AbbVie, Inc. in North Chicago, IL is seeking a scientist to conduct routine and non-routine, in vitro enzyme-catalyzed drug metabolism screening assays. Guided and mentored by senior staff, the scientist will be expected to conduct detailed high-quality assays, including custom assays to answer specific drug metabolism questions, in a time-sensitive environment. Over time, the individual will build understanding to propose follow up experiments and as well as effectively communicate results to stakeholders. Familiarity with enzymology, hepatocyte biology and quantitative analyses is desired. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Independently perform routine and non-routine drug metabolism assays to generate precise, timely, high-quality data.   

• Collaborate with department team members including Bioanalytical counterparts to ensure seamless and timely execution of studies. 

• Learn drug metabolism assays including but not limited to microsomal and hepatocyte stability, clearance and enzyme Inhibition. 

• Interact with scientists at all levels and effectively communicate results. 

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education with typically 5 years of experience, or Master’s Degree or equivalent education with typically two years of experience.

• Previous experience with quantitative analysis is highly desirable 

• Experience with assay development (may include automating)  

• Technical aptitude with attention to detail 

• Ability to accurately and precisely follow protocols 

• Highly motivated individual with attention to detail and a proven ability to work cross functionally. 

• Ability to work well in a collaborative fast-paced team environment. 

• Passion for data analysis, solving technical problems and applying new technologies to further scientific goals. 

Key Leadership Competencies: 

• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance 

• Learns fast, grasps the "essence" and can change course quickly where indicated 

• Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo 

• Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement 

• Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality 

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 roleat  the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on manyfactors  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 isearned,  vested,  and determinable. The amount and availability of  any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that areallocable 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 absolutediscretion,  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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