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AbbVie

Scientist I Discovery Biotherapeutics Multispecifics Engineering

AbbVie, Worcester, Massachusetts, us, 01609


Company Description

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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at

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Job Description

Biologics Discovery Sciences at AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated research scientist to join a dynamic team supporting biologics drug discovery and multispecifics engineering. This position will impact projects through the discovery and engineering of biopharmaceutical products. The ideal candidate should have strong experience with a variety of molecular cloning techniques as they relate to multispecifics biologics assembly and knowledge of antibody fragments and mimetics. Other desirable skills include experience with antibody engineering, protein purification expertise, and familiarity with sequence analysis tools and molecular modeling software. The applicant should be able to analyze, document, and report data. She/he should possess excellent communication skills and be comfortable presenting in group settings.

Qualifications:

BS or MS in biology or related field with 5+ years (BS), or 2+ years (MS) of pharmaceutical and/or relevant experience

Strong molecular biology skills (e.g., molecular cloning)

Familiarity with sequence analysis tools (Vector NTI, Geneious, Genedata)

Experience with bacterial and mammalian cell culture

Experience with protein, biologics, fragments, and multi-specifics purification

Experience with

in vitro

analytical techniques for protein characterization (e.g. SEC, MS, DSF)

Understanding of protein structure and function

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent organization skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Team player with the ability to operate in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment

Adapt to rapid changes in project priorities and timelines

Competency with software programs, including MS Excel, Powerpoint, Word

Preferred:

Experience with antibody engineering, design, and optimization (e.g., humanization, Fc optimization, building multi-specifics)

Hands-on experience with SEC, HIC, IEX purification of complex biologics

Proficiency with mass spectrometry deconvolution and interpretation for complex biologics

Hands-on experience with binding assays (e.g., ELISA, flow cytometry)

Flow cytometry and cell sorting experience for antibody discovery

Utilization of automation (e.g. Hamilton, Tecan) equipment in Biologics discovery processes

Proficiency with the software programs Prism, Geneious, Sequencher, Genedata, PMI, Bioconfirm, Unicorn

Experience training junior scientists

Experience with CRO coordination

Significant Work Activities and Conditions

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

Learns fast, grasps the “essence” and can change the 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.

Salary:

$71,000 - $134,500

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