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AbbVie

Scientist I, In Vivo Pharmacology

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A Pharmacology Research Scientist performs scientific research with the aim of discovering new solutions or improving existing ones within the field of use and effects of drugs.

$99,912 / year median in Illinois

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Scientist I, In Vivo Pharmacology Employer AbbVie Location North Chicago, IL Salary 75000
  • 142500 USD Start date Aug 21, 2026 View more categories View less categories Discipline Science/R D , Biotechnology , Pharmacology Required Education Bachelors Degree Position Type Full time Hotbed BioMidwest , Best Places to Work Apply now Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job.
Send job Job Details Company Job Details 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 at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube. Job Description Our expanding In Vivo Tumor Biology group in Lake County, IL is hiring a motivated tumor biologist dedicated to discovering and developing innovative small-molecule and biologic therapeutics. The position will focus on tumor-targeting biologics including ADCs and T-cell engager (TCE) therapeutics in both immunocompromised and humanized mouse models. Our scientists collaborate with in vitro biology, translational/biomarker, and medicinal chemistry teams to advance oncology agents through the R D pipeline. The position is within a dynamic, collaborative research team passionate about advancing novel science and improving patients' lives The successful candidate will have expertise in designing and executing studies using tumor models in both immunocompromised and immunocompetent mice. Excellent communication skills and a willingness to work with a multidisciplinary team of researchers are essential. Strong candidates have experience in ADC and TCE therapeutics and familiarity with humanized mouse studies.
Core Responsibilities:
Independently execute, monitor, and interpret in vivo mouse cancer studies (e.g. CDX, PDX, disseminated, syngeneic) Evaluate novel cancer therapeutics in vivo through efficacy, PK, and tolerability studies. Collect and prepare tissue from in vivo tumor studies for PD analysis in downstream applications, including IHC, flow cytometry, and RNAseq Identify, validate and utilize humanized mouse models to support Abbvie pipeline assets. Interpret results and draw conclusions from own multistage experiments and suggest, design, and pursue relevant experiments that further project goals. Perform routine and complex tasks competently and independently. May innovate new experimental protocols/techniques. Appetite for developing novel in vivo approaches and models to address complex biological questions. Qualifications BS with 5+ years of experience or MS 2+ years with a degree in physiology, pharmacology, molecular biology or any related field of biology is required. Strong technical expertise in in vivo experimentation, including health monitoring, tumor implantation (subcutaneous, disseminated etc.), tumor measurements, dosing via
IP, IV, SC, PO
routes, and blood/tissue collection. Familiarity with huPBMC and CD34 humanized mice is highly desired. Experience with mouse models of cancer, including CDX and/or PDX xenograft models is preferred. Familiarity with data analysis, presentation, data management, and statistical software (e.g. Microsoft Office, Study Director, GraphPad Prism) is a plus. Grounding in ADC or TCE therapeutics is desired. Key Leadership Competencies Builds strong relationships with peers and cross-functionally with partners outside the team to enable higher performance. Learns quickly and changes course when indicated. Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo. Embraces others' ideas, nurtures innovation and brings it to reality. 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 thetimeofthis posting based on the job grade for this position.

Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographiclocation,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 incentiveprograms.
Note:
No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.

Theamountandavailabilityof anybonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company'ssoleandabsolutediscretion 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, 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 Company 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 at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube.
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//www.abbvie.com/ Phone 1-800-255-5162 Location 1 North Waukegan Road North Chicago Illinois 60064 United States Share this job Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Apply now Send job Apply now Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Get job alerts Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox. Create alert Similar jobs Medical Account Specialist II
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