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Scientist l, In Vivo Pharmacology

BioSpace
Cambridge, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/10/2026
Company Description

About AbbVie

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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.

Job Description

Scientist I,In Vivo Pharmacology

Job Description:

The Discovery Neuroscience In Vivo Pharmacology groupin Cambridge, Massachusetts,is seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated scientist to join a dynamic team supporting targetidentification, validation,PK/PDand efficacystudies. The ideal candidatewill also have people andstudymanagement experience, as well asexperience in independently running complexexperiments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for design and implementation of in vivo testing of multi specific biologics, small molecules, and siRNAs to support projects in the areas of Alzheimers and Parkinsons disease
  • Identify and solve technical problems independently, implement new assays and workflows
  • Mentorjunior scientists providing scientific and technical leadership in the design and execution of in vivoand ex vivoefficacy assessments
  • Ensure consistency and quality of technical reports
  • Collaborate with colleagues at various AbbVie sites
  • Present original work internally across departments and at internal and external scientific conferences; may author or co-author peer-reviewed scientific papers or patents.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BScor MSin Neuroscience, Biological Sciences, Pharmacology, or related discipline with typically5 (BSc), or3 (MS)years ofexperiencein industry and/or academia
  • Proven track record ofworking in multidisciplinary in vivo pharmacology teams
  • Experience with in vivo models of neurodegeneration, particularly with models of Alzheimers and Parkinsons Disease
  • Proven track record incharacterizing complex biotherapeutics in vivo (biologics, small molecules, siRNA)
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment
  • Candidate must be a goal-oriented team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills and strongcan-doattitude


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Background inreceptor and / or transporter biology
  • Background in brain barriers biology
  • Experience withex vivo readouts includingimmunohistochemistryandbiochemistry (ELISA, WB)
  • Experience with image analysis


Additional Information

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 roleat thetimeofthis posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on manyfactors including geographiclocation,andwemay ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may bemodified 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 toparticipate in our short-term incentiveprograms.Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount isearned, vested, anddeterminable.Theamountandavailabilityof anybonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthatare allocable to a particular employeeremains in the Company'ssoleandabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodified at the Companys sole andabsolute discretion, consistent withapplicable 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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