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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition 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 around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Woodbridge MN location in the in the Medical Devices Division. Our medical devices help more than 10,000 people have healthier hearts, improve quality of life for thousands of people living with chronic pain and movement disorders, and liberate more than 500,000 people with diabetes from routine fingersticks.

The Scientist I will work within a team focused on the chemical characterization of medical devices in a highly regulated environment. The position will report to a chemistry supervisor or manager. The position is a hands-on and laboratory focused, entailing all aspects of sample preparation

What You’ll Work On

Sample handling and logisticsSample preparation/extraction (Solid/Liquid; Liquid/Liquid) for downstream extractable/leachable analysisSamples preparation to determine solvent / device material compatibilityOperation of analytical balance, incubator/shaker, ovens, pH meters, and microscopesAnalysis with oversight may include GC/MS, LC/MS, ICP-MS, and FTIRExecution and documentation of work adhering to good documentation practices (GDP), good laboratory practices (GLP), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)Document, analyze, report, and review data in electronic lab notebook systemAdhere to all lab safety requirements

Minimum Qualifications

BA or BS in chemistryMinimum of 0-2 years of experience performing extractions for chromatographic analysisAbility to perform standard mathematic/statistical calculations in Microsoft ExcelStrong verbal and written communication skillsAttention to detailAbility to communicate effectively with chemistry team and managementKnowledge of GDP, GLP, and GMPAbility to follow direction and be effective with supervisionKnowledge and application of Microsoft suite of applications

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience with sample extractions

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $57,300.00 – $114,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.