Principal Research Scientist II- Data Architecture, Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine at Abb[...]

Principal Research Scientist II – Data Architecture, Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine (Worcester, MA) 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. Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine (BGM), a part of Discovery Research within AbbVie’s R&D, is a global organization responsible for discovering and optimizing drug candidate molecules for biotherapeutic modalities (monoclonal antibodies, multispecifics, proteins, conjugates, etc.) and genetic medicines (AAV, LNPs, siRNA, etc.) across all therapeutic areas. Job Description The Principal Data Architect is a visionary leader in the development and success of our cloud‑native data platform, which supports the development and integration of predictive and generative machine learning solutions in drug discovery scientist workflows. This role requires a strong ability to see both the big picture and the details, and to work cross‑functionally with wet lab scientists, ML engineers, software engineers, data engineers, and data infrastructure engineers. This position reports to the Head of AI/ML in Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine (BGM) and serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. It is pivotal in driving the organization toward becoming a leader in the application of artificial intelligence, ensuring that AI and ML initiatives are built on a robust, resilient, and scalable data foundation that grows with the organization. Key responsibilities: Drive the vision, execution, implementation, adoption, and continuous improvement of a robust, scalable data platform as the foundation for AbbVie’s AI/ML strategy within BGM. Define data models and architectures that collect, store, structure, access, and connect datasets generated by numerous lab groups, enabling downstream uses such as ML model development, operational reports, and lab documentation. Collaborate closely with wet lab scientists, especially the Head of Lab Data Products, and automation engineers to maximize the utility of data captured by lab automation workflows. Collaborate closely with data scientists and deployment engineers to ensure data pipelines support both machine learning model development and deployment into production. Co‑develop and execute a strategy that maximizes FAIRfication of BGM data in concert with wider BGM strategic goals. Communicate the impact of a robust data platform to AbbVie’s drug pipeline using user stories and KPIs that measure added value. Multiply the platform’s impact by championing and communicating the principles behind connected data, data stewardship, data‑as‑a‑product, and cloud‑first, cloud‑native architectures. Collaborate with data infrastructure and data governance experts across AbbVie to ensure governance principles and policy are optimally implemented. Ensure alignment of data infrastructure initiatives with existing AbbVie initiatives such as Convergence and ARCH. Qualifications BS, MS, or PhD in computer science, data science, computational biology, computational chemistry, computational biophysics, or related field with typically 16+ years, 14+ years, or 8+ years of experience in data architecture, designing enterprise data platforms. Deep technical skills in data modeling, data integration, implementation of data storage solutions, data pipelines, and integration with AI/ML. Production programming expertise in SQL, Python, or Java. Experience building cloud data infrastructure solutions using AWS, Azure, or GCP. Familiar with both wet and dry lab scientific principles and processes, able to foresee and prevent data platform‑originated failure modes. Experience with cross‑functional team leadership and a track record of collaboration excellence. Previous experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sectors. Experience managing team member delivery and career development. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and strong evidence of stakeholder alignment. Ability to integrate data governance principles into everyday decision making. The position is located at the Worcester, MA site and is a full‑time in‑office or hybrid (3 days per week) role. Additional Information 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. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors, including geographic location, and 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 short‑term incentive programs. This job is eligible to participate in long‑term incentive programs. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it 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 until paid and may be modified at the Company’s 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Itlearn360