Scientist II, Pharmacology

North Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 29 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist in vivo and/or in vitro Pharmacologist who will make contributions to the design execution and communication of novel multi-disciplinary research in a highly collaborative Migraine and Pain drug discovery program. Primary responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to conduct basic science studies for the pharmacological evaluation of novel compounds and biologics as well as to assist in the development of approaches for target engagement and translational biomarkers. He/She will also contribute to the development of new animal models or cellular assays representative of human disease and will generate high-quality data reports to support the identification and development of novel therapeutics.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Contribute to the in vivo (rat behavior) and/or cellular evaluation of novel therapeutics to treat migraine and potentially other pain related disorders.

Contribute to the development of translatable assays/models.

Effectively organize schedule to facilitate acute and longitudinal studies.

Formulate and administer novel therapeutics to rats and mice and/or cellular/ex vivo assays.

Generate detailed and accurate reports of study outcomes.

Adaptable creative and think quantitatively.

Opportunities to learn additional investigational techniques will be available.

The successful candidate will be responsible for being an active contributor to Pain related programs in an exciting fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications :

Qualifications

BS or equivalent education with typically 7 or more years of experience or MS or equivalent education with typically 5 or more years of experience.

Hands-on experience in the laboratory working with rodents is preferential.

Experience with small animal surgeries would be an asset as would experience with histological molecular (e.g. RNA isolation and biomarker quantification by RT-PCR) or ex vivo techniques.

Ability to contribute independently but also integrate well into a team to work across multiple scientific disciplines and functions.

Ability to independently generate precise reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner.

Desire to take on additional responsibilities to progress career.

Ability to work in a highly collaborative scientific environment with strong communication skills.

Experience in drug discovery is a plus.

Key Competencies:

Builds strong relationships with peers 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.

Open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.

Embraces the ideas of others nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.

Additional Information :

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.
This job is eligible to participate in our long-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 Companys sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys 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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Employment Type :

Full-time