Scientist l (S&T)

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Our pipeline holds the promise of medicines and solutions that could treat 1.6+ billion people. Learn more about bringing this promise to life.

Welcome to AbbVie!
AbbVie employees work every single day to discover and address many of the world's most pressing health challenges. Our work helps people live better lives. When you have patients depending on your solutions, you look for the best people and, when we find them, we make it our business to treat them well.

We are currently sourcing a Scientist I to join our S&T (Science & Technology) team onsite in Westport, Mayo.

In this role you will Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques to generate reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. You will also be responsible for reading and adapting scientific literature to accomplish assignments and demonstrate broad and versatile technical expertise within discipline. 

Does this interest you? If so, read on.....

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Independently design and conduct critical experiments that further project goals.


• Interpret results and draw conclusions from own multistage experiments, note significant deviations, then suggest, design, and pursue relevant experiments.


• Implement and may innovate new experimental protocols/techniques.


• Demonstrate technical proficiency in his/her field.


• Perform routine and complex tasks competently and independently and generate reliable and consistent results. Impact projects mostly through lab and/or pilot plant-based activities.


• Understand the goal and maintain a high proficiency in his/her projects as well as the overall program.


• Understand relevant scientific literature and apply theoretical framework to solving problems within scientific.


• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable.

So what education & experience do you need?

• 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.


• Theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out the job functions.


• Demonstrated ability to independently design, execute and interpret critical experiments to answer scientific questions.


• Demonstrated ability to learn, understand and master new experimental techniques.


• Ability to multitask and work within timelines.

So, are you ready now to be part of this innovative S&T team? 

Apply Today! Closing date for application is Friday 22nd March 2024. 

It’s important to remember, AbbVie is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop innovative solutions for patients and being part of an inclusive work environment. 

AbbVie is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion.  It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.