In Vitro Associate Scientist

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AbbVie’s Immunology R&D organization is expanding its early discovery team at the Cambridge Research Center in Cambridge, MA. We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join our expanding immunology team in the area of respiratory diseases. The early discovery team in Cambridge is focused on target validation for the treatment of respiratory diseases through computational analysis of human disease tissue derived datasets, and through in vitro and in vivo experimental approaches to make a remarkable impact on patient lives. This scientist will specifically support the development of preclinical in vitro and in vivo models for respiratory diseases. We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled, and dedicated individual. This position requires passion, attention to detail, prior hands-on experience, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sterile cell culture (cell lines and primary cells)
• Skillful in standard molecular and cellular biology techniques
• Implement assays that monitor cellular processes
• Candidates with knowledge of the following techniques will receive extra consideration: flow cytometry, PCR/gene analysis, protein/cytokine measurement via ELISA/MSD
• Analyze data and present work in internal meetings
• Maintain accurate laboratory records/electronic lab notebook and data
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with peers and their teams 

Position will be hired based on level of experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, immunology or other biological sciences with 0-3+ (BS/BA) years of experience.

Key AbbVie Competencies

• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of the team to enable high 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 and nurtures innovation to make possibilities real

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 ofthis 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 anybonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's soleand 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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