Scientist, Data II

Scientist, Data II

Company Description

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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Job Description

Serve as a technical expert and leader in laboratory operations for compound logistics, integrating advanced business technology and IT solutions to optimize workflows and address critical business needs. This position independently identifies, develops, and implements technology-driven solutions for efficient, compliant lab processes, leveraging expertise in data integration, analysis, and visualization. The role supports both daily operations and strategic initiatives, continuously seeking to improve existing methods, and acts as a business systems analyst to advance laboratory outcomes and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Design, Develop, and Optimize Solutions

Independently design and develop business technology solutions to address scientific and operational questions by integrating, visualizing, and analyzing large and complex data sets relevant to lab operations and compound logistics.

• Operational Leadership

Oversee daily laboratory and compound logistics operations, including inventory management, resource allocation, and compliance with company and regulatory policies.

• Process Improvement

Continuously assess and optimize lab workflows using automation and IT tools, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and system roadmaps.

• Data Management and Documentation

Utilize data collection and analysis tools to support ongoing lab projects; maintain technical documentation and standard operating procedures in accordance with GxP and data security standards.

• Issue Resolution and Strategy

Diagnose operational and technology issues systematically, recommend IT-driven strategies, and develop solutions that align technology with business objectives.

• Subject Matter Expertise & Training

Act as the subject matter expert for GCLO lab processes; provide training and mentorship to local and global team members, and advise on process improvements, system enhancements, and compliance requirements.

• Cross-functional Collaboration

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, business stakeholders, and external partners to drive operational efficiency and successful execution in laboratory and logistics domains.

• Project and KPI Management

Monitor key performance indicators and manage project plans to ensure milestones are achieved for lab operations and system-related initiatives. Effectively organize and present project objectives and progress, contributing to technical publications and presentations.

• Mentorship and Team Development

Guide and support junior team members in both operational and technical areas to foster expertise and professional growth across the team.

• Communication and Knowledge Sharing

Facilitate effective communication and knowledge sharing between lab operations and systems teams to ensure alignment with best practices and corporate standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with typically 5 years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree with typically 4 years of relevant experience. Background in life sciences or pharmaceutical industry preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in software development, data warehousing, statistics, machine learning, and laboratory automation tools.
• Ability to multitask, work within timelines, and modify approaches to achieve project objectives.
• Strong written and oral English communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to learn, understand, and master new technologies and methods.
• Experience in maintaining technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical and healthcare business practices, including GxP, safety, and data security compliance.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and act as a resource or mentor for others.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on technology-driven operational improvement.
• Previous experience in management of research samples highly desired.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

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 of this 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.
• This job is eligible to participate in our long-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 any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable 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.

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