Associate Data Scientist I

AbbVie
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Location
North Chicago, IL,
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
October 12, 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 atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.



The Global Research, Informatics & Platform Solutions team within the Information Research (IR) Division works with internal clients to provide data management and decision support tools to optimize the efficiency and efficacy of research and development at AbbVie. Under leadership guidance, this role supports multiple areas within Research & Discovery to build visualizations, transform data, capture data, and support end users. The role also participates in data flow documentation and general requirement gathering. This is a cross-functional role, working directly with discovery scientists and technology stakeholders to optimize data capture, visualization, and decision-making.

Responsibilities:

  • Communicate – Ability to communicate with scientific individuals. from Discovery teams to understand existing workflows and data flow & gather requirements.
  • Build – Design and implement technology solutions that integrate, visualize, and analyze complex multi-platform data, including omics, biomarkers, & preclinical safety.
  • Integrate – Understand the value in capturing data properly and integrating data sets.
  • Support – Work directly with scientists to support their dashboarding or technical needs.
  • Technical Proficiency – Demonstrate high proficiency in python, SQL, & other technologies for data storage, transfer, integration, visualization, and analytics.
  • Adaptability – Ability to work on multiple, sometimes very different, projects at one time.

Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Background in life sciences, biology, or equivalent required.
  • Dedicated team player who can interface with discovery scientists and IT partners.
  • Strong programming proficiency in Python (and possibly other modern languages) and strong familiarity with data visualization and pipelining tools such as Spotfire, or equivalent
  • Understanding of software development process and familiarity with CI/CD tools.
  • Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration & training, including documenting and presenting technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders: outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Familiarity with modern data science and AI techniques & interest in further developing technical skills and scientific knowledge.
  • Ability to work independently, multitask, and work within timelines.
  • A self-motivated learner and thinker with a hands-on approach.

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. ​

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 atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.



The Global Research, Informatics & Platform Solutions team within the Information Research (IR) Division works with internal clients to provide data management and decision support tools to optimize the efficiency and efficacy of research and development at AbbVie. Under leadership guidance, this role supports multiple areas within Research & Discovery to build visualizations, transform data, capture data, and support end users. The role also participates in data flow documentation and general requirement gathering. This is a cross-functional role, working directly with discovery scientists and technology stakeholders to optimize data capture, visualization, and decision-making.

Responsibilities:

  • Communicate – Ability to communicate with scientific individuals. from Discovery teams to understand existing workflows and data flow & gather requirements.
  • Build – Design and implement technology solutions that integrate, visualize, and analyze complex multi-platform data, including omics, biomarkers, & preclinical safety.
  • Integrate – Understand the value in capturing data properly and integrating data sets.
  • Support – Work directly with scientists to support their dashboarding or technical needs.
  • Technical Proficiency – Demonstrate high proficiency in python, SQL, & other technologies for data storage, transfer, integration, visualization, and analytics.
  • Adaptability – Ability to work on multiple, sometimes very different, projects at one time.

Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Background in life sciences, biology, or equivalent required.
  • Dedicated team player who can interface with discovery scientists and IT partners.
  • Strong programming proficiency in Python (and possibly other modern languages) and strong familiarity with data visualization and pipelining tools such as Spotfire, or equivalent
  • Understanding of software development process and familiarity with CI/CD tools.
  • Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration & training, including documenting and presenting technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders: outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Familiarity with modern data science and AI techniques & interest in further developing technical skills and scientific knowledge.
  • Ability to work independently, multitask, and work within timelines.
  • A self-motivated learner and thinker with a hands-on approach.

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. ​

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this role located, and what is the work setting?
The position is located in North Chicago, IL. The job description does not specify a remote, hybrid, or on-site work-mode policy.
What qualifications and experience are required for this position?
Applicants need a Bachelor's Degree with a background in life sciences, biology, or an equivalent field. Key requirements include strong programming proficiency in Python, familiarity with data visualization and pipelining tools like Spotfire, an understanding of the software development process and CI/CD tools, and strong cross-functional communication skills.
What are the main responsibilities of the Associate Data Scientist I?
You will gather requirements from Discovery teams, design and implement technology solutions to integrate and analyze multi-platform data (such as omics and biomarkers), and support scientists with dashboarding or technical needs. Additional duties include data flow documentation, requirement gathering, and communicating directly with discovery scientists and technology stakeholders.
What benefits does AbbVie offer for this role?
Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick leave), medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan. The role is also eligible to participate in short-term incentive programs.
Who will I be working with and reporting to?
You will work under leadership guidance within the Global Research, Informatics & Platform Solutions team. The role is cross-functional, involving direct collaboration with discovery scientists and IT/technology partners.

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Allowed Locations: North Chicago, IL,
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