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Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie Company · 8 hours ago

Scientist II, Brain Transport Biology

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$78K/yr - $141K/yr

5+ years exp

AbbVie is a leading company in the pharmaceuticals industry, focused on innovative medicines and solutions. They are seeking a highly skilled Scientist to support target identification and drug transport facilitation over brain barriers, particularly for projects related to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Responsible for design and implementation of ex vivo analysis of tissue samples from in vivo studies testing multispecific biologics, small molecules, and siRNAs to support projects in the areas of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease

Identify and solve technical problems independently, implement new assays and workflows, conceive and implement innovative research ideas

Ensure consistency and quality of technical reports

Present original work internally across departments

Qualification

Ex vivo analysisBiochemistryQPCRVivo pharmacologyNeurodegeneration modelsBiotherapeutics characterizationDigital PCRImage analysisOrganizational skillsTeam playerCommunication skills

Required

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. Degree in Neuroscience, Biological Sciences, Pharmacology, or related discipline preferred

Experience with ex vivo readouts including biochemistry (ELISA, WB), qPCR and immunohistochemistry

Proven track record of working in multidisciplinary in vivo pharmacology teams

Experience with in vivo models of neurodegeneration, particularly with models of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease

Proven track record in characterizing complex biotherapeutics in vivo (biologics, small molecules, siRNA)

Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple studies simultaneously

Candidate must be a goal-oriented team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong 'can-do' attitude

Preferred

Experience with digital PCR and MSD assays

Experience with image analysis

Benefits

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Company

Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie Company

At Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, we develop, manufacture, and market a portfolio of leading aesthetics brands and products.

Irvine, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.allerganaesthetics.com

H1B Sponsorship

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2024 (1)

2023 (1)

2022 (16)

2021 (14)

2020 (5)

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Nicole Mowad-Nassar

Senior Vice President, AbbVie and President, Global Allergan Aesthetics

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