Senior Scientist , Early Target Generation

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Are you passionate about making a difference in patients’ lives?

Are you interestedinbeing part of a team that helps craft innovative solutionstocomplex problems? Abb Vie's Discovery Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine (BGM) invites you to join us as aSenior

Scientist Iin the Exploratory Target Generation group of Protein Sciencesteamat the Cambridge Research Center (CRC) site based in Cambridge, MA.This position offers the unique opportunity to participate in early program design and strategy, with a strong impact on our future pipeline.

As a Senior Scientist you willberesponsible forexpressionof complexproteinantigens(cytokines, extracellular domains, membrane proteins, etc.)supporting exploratory programs in our Immunology and Neuroscience therapeutic areas.

The ideal candidate will have a strong protein biochemistry background,particularly in mammalian protein expression systems, and demonstrate a proven track record of innovative problem solvingas acontributor incross-functional collaborations.

Strong verbal and written communication skills are required for effectively presenting scientific concepts and results to both scientific and non-scientific leaders. A significant research background, evidenced by a track record of publications, presentations, and scientific accomplishments, is highly desirable.

• Strategically engaged at the early exploratory stages of target selection within the Immunology and Neuroscience therapeutic areas
• Recombinantprotein expressionofantigensand cytokines supporting exploratory Immunology and Neuroscience therapeutic areas
• Innovatively design and produce soluble and membrane protein targets with enhanced stability for functional studies and antibody discovery
• Collaboration with Immunology and Neuroscience colleagues asrepresentativeof Protein Sciences,fostering the generation of innovative ideas and solutions
• Contribute to scientific excellence through dedication to multiple projects simultaneously, in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment
• Demonstration of strong organizational and record keeping skills,ensuring timely delivery of requested material
• Clearly and effectively explain research findings and strategies,prioritizing transparency
• Collaborate with protein vendors and Contract Research Organizations (CROs) to secure,produce, and evaluate high-quality antigens
• Cultivate innovative problem-solving by generating original technical ideas and responding to scientific, regulatory, and competitive developments
• Maintain a strong knowledge of relevant publications pertaining totechnologicaladvancements, with an eye towards improving our workflows

• Ph.D., M.S. or  Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology or related disciplines with typically 0-4 (Ph.D), 8-10 (M.S.), or 10-12+ (B.S.) years of experience
• Hands-on experience with mammalian suspension cell culture(HEK
  293 and CHO preferred) transient transfection, harvest and expression profiling is required
• Strong molecular biology skillsand experience with sequencing toolsand construct designisrequired(Geneious,Genedata)
• Experienceusingand interpreting standard protein analytical techniques (SDS-PAGE, Western blotting,BCA assays, endotoxin readings, size exclusion…