Principal Research Scientist I, siRNA Platform Automation
Company DescriptionAbout AbbVieAbbVie'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 DescriptionAbbVies Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine (BGM) department is seeking a highly motivated Principal Research Scientist to join our expanding siRNA team. In this role, you will partner with genetic medicine teams to establish a high-throughput siRNA screening platform that advances pipeline innovation through next-generation delivery modalities and supports the discovery of therapeutic leads across multiple disease areas.ResponsibilitiesEstablish and implement a high-throughput siRNA screening platform using automated liquid-handling systems.Serve as a subject matter expert in siRNA screening experimental design, execution, and data interpretation.Lead research efforts and mentor scientists to advance siRNA optimization, including sequence design and novel chemical modifications, across multiple programs.Generate new scientific hypotheses and proposals, improve existing screening workflows, and evaluate emerging technologies in the siRNA field.Communicate clearly and effectively with internal siRNA teams and cross-functional collaborators to identify needs and support platform enhancement and program advancement.Manage and develop a team of at least 2-3scientists, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and day-to-day leadership to support program goals.QualificationsBS, MS, or PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, or a related field, with typically 6+ years (PhD), 12+ years (MS), or 14+ years (BS) ofrelevantexperience in biotech or pharma.Proven track record in siRNA design, in vitro screening, and potency assays with experience using automated high-throughput platforms (e.g., Hamilton, Tecan).Experience withassays including, but not limited to, qRT-PCR, ELISA, and flow cytometry.Demonstrated experience in cell culture, including the maintenance of diverse cell lines.Prior experience leading siRNA platform initiatives or portfolio programs.Experience in animal study design and downstream assays to evaluate genetic medicines is a plus.Exceptionalinterpersonalskills andtheability to build productive working relationships with diverse internal teams and external collaborators.Strongtrackrecord of presenting complex scientific data to internal and external stakeholders.Prior people management experience is a plus.Additional InformationApplicable 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 posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin 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 toparticipatein our short-term and long-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 employeeremainsin the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodifiedat 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, visithttps://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.htmlUS & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html