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Scientist , Cell and Molecular Biologist Oncology Discovery

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: AbbVie Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-29
Job specializations:
  • Research/Development
    Biotech Research, Immunology Research, Research Scientist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 110000 - 140000 USD Yearly USD 110000.00 140000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Company Description About Abb Vie

Abb Vie'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 Abb Vie, please visit us at  Follow @abbvie on Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and You Tube.

Job Description

Abb Vie Oncology Discovery seeks a highly motivated, skilled biologist with expertise in Oncology or Immuno-Oncology. The successful candidate will play a key role in discovering novel cancer-targeting strategies and developing technology platforms that enable biologics-based anti‑cancer drugs, with the aim of generating future clinical programs. Working in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment, the Scientist I will collaborate with diverse experts both within and beyond their own scientific discipline.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a key source of technical expertise and laboratory techniques
  • Explore and develop new methods, techniques, and in vitro cellular and biochemical assays for use in oncology discovery programs
  • Design, conduct, and interpret controlled experiments to investigate the biology and mechanisms of action of biologics-based therapeutics (e.g., antibodies, multi‑specifics, antibody‑drug conjugates)
  • Rigorously analyze, interpret, and troubleshoot data; document results accurately and communicate them promptly
  • Stay closely aligned with project goals and adjust experimental plans as needed; complete studies on schedule to support milestone decisions
  • Contribute and collaborate as a key member of a matrixed team, under the guidance of a senior research scientist
Qualifications

Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree with typically five years of experience, or Master’s degree with typically two years of experience, in Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related field
  • Extensive hands‑on laboratory research experience and a commitment to a lab‑based role that demands rigorous, high‑quality experimentation
  • Broad expertise in standard biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, and immunology techniques (e.g., mammalian cell culture, cell‑based and biochemical assays, flow cytometry)
  • Able to contribute independently within a team while actively collaborating with partners
  • Demonstrated strength in verbal and written communication
  • Strong organizational skills and experience using data analysis software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Flow Jo, Graph Pad Prism)
Preferred:
  • Prior experience in profiling immune cell composition, phenotypes, and functional status within the tumor microenvironment in mouse models
  • Proficient in culturing primary immune cells (e.g., macrophages, T cells) and conducting in vitro functional immunoassays
  • Strong skills in multi‑color flow cytometry
  • Previous experience in biologics or biologic‑based drugs, either in an academic or industrial setting
  • Working knowledge of bioinformatics databases and tools
Key Leadership

Competencies:
  • Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of 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 theideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages to reality
Additional Information

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  • The compensation range described below is the…
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