Scientist Technical Support

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

Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your 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.

Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An 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. A company that is 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.

The Opportunity The Scientist Technical Support role works out of our Lake Forest, IL (in Conway Park) location in the Core Lab Diagnostics Business Unit. Our diagnostic solutions are used in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics around the globe.

The crucial information derived from our tests, instruments, and informatics systems is often the first step in patient care decision-making for hundreds of health conditions from heart attacks to blood disorders to infectious diseases and cancers.

What You’ll Work On The Scientist Technical Support proactively contribute to design control or process/product improvement activities and investigations. Perform or support test/process method modifications, recognize adverse trends/emerging issues, and propose/implement solutions.

This position in Global Incoming Materials Technical Support will work with external suppliers and requires technical support with project management and problem-solving skills to work with cross functional team members in quality, purchasing, planning, manufacturing and regulatory to quickly adapt to changes that are occurring with our incoming materials.

These materials include a large variety of chemicals and biologics supporting the diagnostic business. Looking for scientists who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to changing priorities and are motivated to deliver results.

Project Management - Manage product and process improvements independently using established principles and procedures. Product and Process Improvement - Monitor performance of multiple manufacturing processes and products differing in nature but with recurring themes to recognize adverse trends and instigate improvement programs as required.

Proactively contribute to design control, process and product improvement activities, and investigations. May perform or support test and process method modifications. Recognize adverse trends and emerging issues. Design Control and Risk Management - By standard practice (Operating Procedures) independently develops and maintains risk management files and organizes data for risk management evaluation and decisions.

Complaint and Internal Investigations - Manage investigations, identify root cause and drive to resolution with minimal supervision. Provides audit inputs and support as required. Technical Support - Develop and design experiments, analyze data and recommend next steps.

Sharing Knowledge - Presents technical information to management and may present externally to customers and Third-Party Manufacturers (TPM). Shares knowledge and expertise with others in work group. Strategic and Results Orientation - Demonstrates fiscal responsibility through support of product availability and improvements.

Propose and implement solutions to internal and external issues. Required Bachelor's degree in scientific and technical field (is desired) or relevant combination of education and experience. 2 years (or more) related work experience. (Advanced degree(s) may offset required years of experience).

Preferred Experience in an FDA regulated environment. Expertise with chemical and biological materials and their manufacture and testing. Experience with chemical and biological material supply chain support Strong communication skills and ability to interact in cross functional teams.

Apply Now Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: https://abbottbenefits.com/ 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. Connect with us at abbott.com , on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/ , and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers . The base pay for this position is $68,000.00 – $136,000.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Research and Discovery DIVISION: CRLB Core Lab LOCATION: United States > Lake Forest : CP01 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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