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Job Description

The Opportunity

Our Molecular Biology Team is seeking a motivated Associate Scientist I who will have the opportunity to design and clone constructs for RNA production. In this role, you will have the opportunity to spearhead the optimization of plasmid production workflows and support plasmid production both internally and in partnership with external vendors.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Support Plasmid production workflows
• Support optimization of E. Coli growth for plasmid production
• Support development of new cloning strategies and maximizing cloning efficiency
• Assist in the design and molecular cloning of DNA constructs for mRNA production
• Conduct laboratory experiments and analysis of results
• Participate in team meetings and communication of results
• Maintain adherence to rigorous laboratory standards, encompassing meticulous documentation in an online laboratory notebook system and stringent personal safety measures.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biology, genetics, biochemistry, chemistry, biotechnology, or related discipline.
• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques related to cloning and plasmid production in E. coli
• 2+ years of industry experience will be strongly preferred
• Experience with mRNA production is preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Motivated to learn and ask questions

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time ofthis posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. ​

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​

• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of anybonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's soleand absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. ​

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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.

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