Associate Scientist II, In Vivo Pharmacology Tumor Intrinsic Biology

Company: AbbVie
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

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 In Vivo Pharmacology group in South San Francisco, CA has an opening for a motivated in vivo pharmacologist who is dedicated to the discovery and development of innovative cancer therapeutics. The scientist will execute in vivo efficacy and PK/PD studies to support novel cancer drug development programs in mouse tumor models. The scientist will work collaboratively in a project team setting with biology, medicinal chemistry, biologics, and DMPK scientists to advance oncology programs through the R&D pipeline. Responsibilities: Execute and optimize efficacy/PK/PD studies utilizing human CDX and PDX tumor models in immunocompromised mice. Understand study designs and work towards independent study design planning for assigned/owned projects. Analysis of data and presentation of efficacy/PD results to project teams and stakeholders. Work closely with and support other pharmacology team members for in vivo studies across team projects. Qualifications Qualifications: Bachelors Degree, or equivalent education, with typically 3 or more years experience or Masters Degree or equivalent education (no additional experience). Preference for candidates to have a degree in, in vivo pharmacology and experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech industry setting. Proficient hands-on experience with in vivo tumor model study techniques, including anesthetization, biological sample collection (tumor, tissue, and blood sampling), cell/drug administration via different routes/sites (SC, IP, PO, IV), and tumor volume measurement. Strong attention to detail with excellent laboratory, record keeping, data analysis, and organizational skills Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Familiarity with graphing software ( e.g., GraphPad Prism) and animal study workflow software ( e.g., Studylog) a plus. Knowledgeable of human cancer cell line models and workflows preceding in vivo study execution. Proactive and flexible, with ability to manage multiple projects/studies at any given time, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to a variety of audiences. Excellent team player with ability to work and build strong relationships with peers and cross-functional team members. 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 the timeofthis posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,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.The amount and availability of anybonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company's soleandabsolutediscretion 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

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