Associate Scientist II - Next Generation Sequencing
AbbVie
4 hours ago
On-site
Worcester, MA
Clinical Research and Development
Purpose
- Independently generate precise, reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner; demonstrate experimental precision and strong data interpretation skills; understand core discipline.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine tasks competently and independently; generate reliable and consistent results.
- Analyze and critique results, noting significant deviations.
- Troubleshoot experiments and instrumentation.
- Learn and understand new experimental techniques.
- Use multiple techniques and appropriately modify protocols to meet changing research/development needs.
- Place data in proper scientific context by consulting and citing relevant literature.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency in the field.
- Impact projects predominantly through lab and/or pilot plant based activities.
- Adhere to corporate standards for code of conduct, safety, handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with typically 3+ years’ experience, or Master’s degree (or equivalent) with no additional experience.
- Theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out job function.
Benefits (if applicable)
- Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick); medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Eligible to participate in short-term incentive programs.
- Independently generate precise, reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner; demonstrate experimental precision and strong data interpretation skills; understand core discipline.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine tasks competently and independently; generate reliable and consistent results.
- Analyze and critique results, noting significant deviations.
- Troubleshoot experiments and instrumentation.
- Learn and understand new experimental techniques.
- Use multiple techniques and appropriately modify protocols to meet changing research/development needs.
- Place data in proper scientific context by consulting and citing relevant literature.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency in the field.
- Impact projects predominantly through lab and/or pilot plant based activities.
- Adhere to corporate standards for code of conduct, safety, handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with typically 3+ years’ experience, or Master’s degree (or equivalent) with no additional experience.
- Theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out job function.
Benefits (if applicable)
- Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick); medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Eligible to participate in short-term incentive programs.