Scientist 1 - Ideal graduate level role

Abbott; Witney; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Scientist 1 for its sensor development team in Witney. The role focuses on developing sensor technologies for manufacturing and requires collaboration across various functions. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and laboratory experience, along with strong communication skills.

Benefits

Defined-contribution pension scheme

Share ownership scheme

Private healthcare

Flexible benefits scheme

Onsite allotments

Couch to 5k campaigns

Beekeeping

Yoga

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a laboratory, scientific, or technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop new sensor technologies for large volume manufacturing.
• Perform testing to protocol or procedure whilst adhering to good laboratory practice.
• Analyze data, evaluate results, and form conclusions.

Skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Good working knowledge of software packages such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Education

Degree in a technical or scientific discipline

Job description

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About Abbott

Bring your passion, ideas, and purpose to life in a company that can help you shape your career as you shape the future of healthcare. Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 130 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

Job Title: Scientist 1

Location: Witney, United Kingdom

About Abbott

Bring your passion, ideas, and purpose to life in a company that can help you shape your career as you shape the future of healthcare. Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 130 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

About Abbott Diabetes Care

World Leader in Glucose Monitoring, Abbott Diabetes Care designs, develops, and manufactures glucose monitoring systems for use in both home and hospital settings. We have a Centre of Excellence in Witney for the development and manufacture of electrodes and biosensors used by patients and healthcare professionals for the day-to-day management of diabetes. The site has been instrumental in the research, development, and manufacture of the FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System as well as exciting developments in the Libre family including FreeStyle Libre 2, FreeStyle Libre 3, and the Libre Sense system. We are passionate about doing work that improves the quality of people’s lives.

The Role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Scientist 1 to join our sensor development team within R&D. Joining a small team, your main responsibility will be developing new sensor technologies for large volume manufacturing. By leading workstreams within the development of our newest products, you will help translate proven technology into commercial products and will support the continued development of our sensor technology.

The role will require technical collaboration across functions including Engineering, Regulatory, Commercial, Quality, Clinical Affairs & Research & Development organizations worldwide. Joining us, you can shape your career as you shape the future of healthcare.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform testing to protocol or procedure whilst adhering to good laboratory practice.
• Develop protocols to accomplish goals.
• Produce prototype product or communicate prototype requirements to support experiments.
• Utilize analytical instruments and train others in their operation.
• Participate in experimental design discussions, identify variables that may impact experimental results.
• Analyze data, evaluate results, and form conclusions.
• Prepare effective summaries of results and communicate these to the wider team.
• Compile and maintain records as required by good laboratory practice.
• Write clear and technically correct reports with feedback from colleagues.
• Liaise with other departments and present technical information in team meetings.
• Have awareness of design control procedures applicable to the role.
• Responsible for own laboratory notebook and for the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of experimental results.
• Ensure that all work complies with the ADC quality system.
• Use scientific and industry literature to broaden technical and theoretical understanding.
• Purchase equipment as required and within budget.
• Highlight improvement opportunities to the manager.
• Know and apply knowledge of health and safety procedures.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in a technical or scientific discipline or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience:
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of software packages such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to analyze data, present results, and write reports.
• Experience of working in a laboratory, scientific, or technical environment.
  

Why Join Us

Abbott offers a highly attractive benefits package which includes a defined-contribution pension scheme, a share ownership scheme, private healthcare, life assurance, and a flexible benefits scheme which you can tailor to your own requirements. We also offer a range of optional initiatives for you to get involved in, including onsite allotments, couch to 5k campaigns, beekeeping, yoga, and more!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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