Senior Scientist II, In Vitro Bioassay

Company: AbbVie
Location: Madison
Posted on: February 26, 2026

Job Description:

Company Description 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 immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on X , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn and Tik Tok . Job Description Join our bioassay group in developing and executing a variety of in vitro bioassays, including biochemical and cellular assays. Conceive and execute novel scientific research or development that achieves projects and area goals. Generate new scientific proposals and lead those efforts. Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques. Act as a lead scientist in his/her area of expertise and critically evaluate relevant scientific and regulatory advances and integrate this knowledge into research or development programs. Responsibilities: Develop in vitro assays, screening strategies, mechanistic studies, deliver high quality data from validated screens to drive lead series identification and lead optimization. The successful candidate will develop disease-relevant phenotypic assays using complex cellular models such as primary and stem cells and elucidate mechanism of action of molecules. Proficiency with multiple assay formats in higher throughput format Engage and collaborate with multiple disease area teams and make substantial contributions to the conception and execution of screens including mechanism of action studies within strict time and quality tolerances. Collaborate actively within the group and cross functional team to execute projects and coordinate discovery efforts. Maintain cutting-edge awareness of technical developments and scientific knowledge and proactively, applying these when appropriate. Effectively communicate results in presentations and written reports and actively participate in cross-functional teams. Qualifications Qualifications Bachelors Degree or equivalent education and typically 12 years of experience, Masters Degree or equivalent education and typically 10 years of experience, PhD and typically 4 years of experience. Demonstrated experience in biochemical and cellular assays, such as protein-ligand binding, enzyme activity and functional cell assays. Skills in mammalian cell culture and cell transfection. Able to think critically and creatively across multiple disciplines. Demonstrated ability to solve research problems with experience in standard in vitro assays including assay development, optimization, and troubleshooting. Able to analyze and critically interpret and report data and research conclusions. Ability to multi-task and successfully interact with a diverse team of scientists to deliver results meeting the needs of various stakeholder groups. Capable of working independently while contributing and participating in a team environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. 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 role at the timeof this postingbased on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more orless than the posted range. This range may be modified 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 to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms. Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission,incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paidandmay be modified at the Companys sole and absolute 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. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html

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