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The Biologics Discovery Sciences group at AbbVie are seeking an accomplished scientist who will make substantial contributions to the conception, execution and communication of antibody discovery strategies in a highly collaborative environment. A primary responsibility of the successful candidate will be to develop and execute research strategies to enable the discovery and development of therapeutic antibodies for AbbVies core therapeutics areas. They will be responsible for the design and execution of in vitro display technologies for lead antibody identification/optimization. In addition, it is expected that the candidate will utilize their expertise to generate internal and external collaborations as necessary to further program goals. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving antibody discovery programs within a multidisciplinary research group in an exciting, fast-paced team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• We are seeking an accomplished scientist who will make substantial contributions to the conception, execution and communication of antibody discovery strategies in a highly collaborative environment
• Implement novel selection strategies and build industry-leading libraries for discovery and screening of therapeutic candidates
• Identify and solve technical problems independently, conceive and implement innovative research ideas
• Leverage expertise to develop and implement research to gain a detailed mechanistic understanding of the molecular pharmacology of therapeutic molecules
• Utilize computational skills independently and in partnership with AI/ML and Digital Transformation teams to amplify in vitro technology work and build into AbbVies AI/ML infrastructure
• Provide project updates, analyses and advice to cross-functional teams and senior management
• Present original work internally across departments and at internal and external scientific conferences; may author or co-author peer-reviewed scientific papers or patents
• Ensure consistency and quality of technical reports
• Ability to engage internal and external scientific leaders in collaborative research
• Serve as a biologics lead for cross-functional teams, and contribute scientific insights into multiple projects across various therapeutic areas; recognized and sought out as an expert in discovery and engineering of therapeutic molecules

Qualifications:

• PhD, MS, or BS degree in Biochemistry, Biochemical engineering or related disciplines with typically 0-3 (PhD), 8+ (MS), or 10+ (BS) years of experience
• Hands-on experience with in vitro antibody discovery display technologies (e.g., phage, yeast, mammalian)
• Extensive experience and up-to-date knowledge in antibody engineering and optimization (e.g., humanization, Fc optimization) best practices
• Antibody/ antibody fragment library design, construction
• Strong molecular biology skills
• Familiarity with sequence analysis tools (Geneious, PipeBio, GeneData)
• Application of computational tools within in vitro workflows to advance efficiency
• Experience with flow cytometry
• Ability to explore and develop new approaches to further advance innovative in vitro discovery and screening technologies
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Team player with the ability to operate in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment with functional and therapeutic areas
• Adaptability to rapid changes in project priorities and timelines
• Recognized in the scientific community through a record of peer-reviewed publications and patents preferred
• Highly developed leadership and communication skills
• Keen ability to engage internal and external scientific leaders in collaborative research

KeyAbbVie Competencies:

• 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

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in thefuture.

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

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