Scientist I – Next Generation Sequencing Full-time

Job Title

Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques to generate reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Read and adapt scientific literature to accomplish assignments and demonstrate broad and versatile technical expertise within discipline.

Responsibilities

• Independently design and conduct critical experiments that further project goals.
• Implement and may innovate new experimental protocols/techniques.
• Understand the goal and maintain a high proficiency in his/her projects as well as the overall program.
• Interpret results and draw conclusions from own multistage experiments, note significant deviations, then suggest, design, and pursue relevant experiments.
• Understand relevant scientific literature and apply theoretical framework to solving problems within scientific discipline in a timely manner.
• 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.
• Responsible for compliance with all applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of experience, or Master's Degree with 2+ years of experience in scientific discipline, preferably in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology and Biosciences.
• Experience with DNA/RNA extraction, PCR and gel electrophoresis.
• Proven skills to design, execute and interpret experiments and to determine next steps based on outcomes.
• Strong interest in learning new molecular biology assays.
• Attention to details, careful record-keeping, strong time management skills with executing multi-step experiments.
• Strong interest in working in a highly collaborative environment
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task across projects while keeping deliverables within timelines · Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with NGS techniques is highly desirable.
• Experience with sequencing platforms such as Illumina MiSeq/NextSeq or Oxford Nanopore is a plus.
• Experience of working with viruses is a plus.
• Knowledge of bioinformatics tools is preferred.
• Experience with laboratory liquid handling automation is a plus

Qualifications

• 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.

Additional Information

• 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.

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.