Scientist Applied Research

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

About the role

Our location in Abbott Park (Lake County), IL currently has an opportunity for a Scientist Applied Research to conduct research, correlate and verify ideas through experimentation, share information, and participate in team activities.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain compliance with the company Quality System and established procedures.
• Perform assigned laboratory or technical tasks using established methods and scientific principles.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain analytical instruments and equipment.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and recommend next steps.
• Use computer applications, including Microsoft Office programs and internal systems, to document and track work.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and project summaries.
• Identify, investigate, and assist in resolving technical issues.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Present project updates and findings to team members and cross-functional stakeholders, as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and share knowledge to support team success.
• Communicate information clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements and problem solving.

Requirements

• B.S in biological or physical sciences, or mathematics; with minimum of 2-3 years or M.S. with 0 to 2 years' experience.
• Awareness of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics.
• Working knowledge of experimental approaches/protocols and scientific methods such as designing experiments and interpreting data.
• Basic computer skills - able to learn new computer programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and other software computer tools.
• Experience with developing immunoassays.
• Knowledge of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics.

Benefits

• Free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• Excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• Recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Pay

The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 – $122,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Schedule

• Standard work shift.
• Travel: Yes, 5% of the time.
• Medical surveillance required.
• Significant work activities include:
  • Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8-hour day).
  • Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8-hour day).
  • Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday).
  • Work in a clean room environment.
  • Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting, or kneeling.
  • Work with human blood or other potentially infectious materials.
  • Work with infectious organisms or known infectious materials.