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.

Job DescriptionAbout Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

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) PPO

An excellent retirement savings plan with 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 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

We have an opportunity for a Senior Scientist I Tech Support based in Westbrook, ME. In this role,  the primary function of the position is to lead technical investigations and to provide technical expertise and troubleshooting related to lateral flow and molecular diagnostic assays.   The ability to manage complex projects over time will be integral to this position.  In addition, the 

role will involve the implementation of design changes related to processes and process controls.   

This role will liaise between Product Technical Support, R&D, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, site-level Operations, and outside suppliers/vendors throughout the implementation of process improvements.  The ideal candidate will possess a strong scientific background with a 

PhD or equivalent work experience, excellent communication skills, a team-centric attitude, and creative/innovative problem-solving skills.      

 

What You'll Do

Designs, executes and leads others to complete experiments related to the development and implementation of robust manufacturing processes and applies analytical techniques to investigate on-market product performance issues and investigations.  

Analyzes data from multiple experiments, formulate conclusions and determines future experiments. 

Presents findings to peers and maintains detailed timelines to ensure task completion. 

Participates in the document (SOP, Batch Record, data reports) preparation and review; 

writes and updates process-associated plans, protocols and reports for small and full- scale studies. 

Integrates data and identifies critical process variables. 

Documents experimental procedures and results according to established guidelines. 

Trains lower-level scientists. 

Required Qualifications 

Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related technical field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. 

2+ years in the Biotechnology industry  

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate (PhD)Experience in the design and fabrication of microfluidic biosensors Proven track record of technical project management Technical knowledge of cGMP regulations for biologics manufacturing is a plus. experience in nucleic acid research and bioconjugation (antibody-drug conjugation)  Experience in nanoparticle or microparticle coatings/manipulations is a plus. Experience with standard analytical techniques including HPLC, FPLC, UV-Vis spectroscopy, mass spectroscopy, gel electrophoresis, solid-phase DNA/RNA synthesis, solid-phase peptide synthesis. Prior experience in aspects of microfluidic-based diagnostics, lateral flow, molecular diagnostics, ELISA-based assays and/or immunochromatographic devices. Knowledge of statistical data analysis and DOE methodology. Candidates should work well in a team environment and have the flexibility to work on changing priorities. Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in a timely manner Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail. 

The base pay for this position is $72,700.00 – $145,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.