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Scientist I, Neuroscience Molecular Imaging

AbbVie · North Chicago, IL · Full time · Science

Posted Oct 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time an imaging study did not go as planned. How did you adapt?

What they are checking: Whether they can modify experimental plans quickly, as the posting asks.

Describe how you have coordinated several studies at once. How did you keep timelines on track?

What they are checking: Whether they can act as study coordinator for multiple preclinical imaging studies.

Tell me about a new technique you had to learn quickly. How did you master it?

What they are checking: Whether they learn new methods efficiently, which the role requires.

How would you present imaging results to a project team that is not familiar with PET or MRI?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain data clearly to support decisions about drug candidates.

What would you do

The PET/CT scanner goes down in the middle of a scheduled study. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can protect the study and the animals while working with vendors on repairs.

About the work

Walk me through how you would run a rodent PET/CT study with a new radiotracer, from formulation to image acquisition.

What they are checking: Whether they understand the full workflow and the timing pressures that come with radioactive decay.

Why does metabolite analysis of blood samples matter when interpreting a brain PET study?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that radiometabolites can distort the signal and affect quantification.

How would you choose between PET and MRI to answer a neuroscience question?

What they are checking: Whether they understand what each imaging method can and cannot show.

What do you do to make sure animal welfare stays a priority during long imaging sessions?

What they are checking: Whether they understand anesthesia, monitoring and ethical care for rodents and large animals.

How do you check that your image analysis is accurate and repeatable?

What they are checking: Whether they use quality checks and consistent methods when analyzing imaging data.

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The full job description

As published by AbbVie.

Responsibilities • Assist with executing experiments to answer scientific questions. • Provide experimental support for preclinical imaging studies in rodents and large animals, including (but not limited to) formulation and administration of radiotracer/contrast agent/compound, image data acquisition, blood sampling, metabolite analysis, NHP fasting. • Understand objectives of projects and able to readily adapt and modify experimental plans as needed. • Learn, understand, and master new experimental techniques. • Innovate, develop and implement high quality study protocols. • Operate state of the art imaging systems, including a Mediso LFER 150 PET/CT, a Nanoscan PET/CT, and two Bruker MRI systems. • Assist with ensuring optimal functionality of imaging equipment and serve as the liaison with vendors to facilitate instrument repair and preventative maintenance. • Assist with performing analysis of imaging data using specialized imaging software • Conduct and interpret literature searches to aid in the understanding and improvement of imaging studies. • Set and meet experimental timelines. • Organize and present scientific plans and data. Function as the study coordinator of several preclinical imaging studies. • Contribute to writing of publications, presentations, and patents. • Bachelor’s and 5 years of experience or Master’s degree and 2 years of experience. • Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred. • Diverse experience in animal handling and a well-developed interest in working with advanced imaging techniques. • Experience working with radioactivity preferred; willingness and ability to work with radioactivity required. • Able to multitask and work within given timelines. • Demonstrated strong verbal communication skills. ​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. 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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