Associate Scientist I/II, Discovery Neuroscience

Role: Cell biologist supporting early discovery research for neurodegenerative diseases, primarily Parkinson’s Disease, within AbbVie's Neuroscience division. Responsibilities: design and execute cellular experiments using primary neuronal cultures, iPSC-derived neurons, and glia; support compound testing, genetic manipulation, and assay development; optimize in vitro models; generate and analyze high-quality data; maintain detailed compliant records; collaborate across discovery biology and translational teams. Requirements: Bachelor’s in Biology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, or Biochemistry; Associate Scientist I: no experience required; Associate Scientist II: 3+ years' relevant experience or MS; proficiency in cellular biology techniques such as high-content imaging, immunofluorescence, qPCR, ELISA; strong organizational skills and communication. Preferred: experience with neuronal cultures, high-content screening, mechanism of action studies, and neurobiology expertise; familiarity with data analysis tools. High-value specifics: neuroscience focus, cell culture-based models, early discovery stages, emphasis on data integrity and assay development. Work setup: not specified; likely lab-based with collaborative environment.