Scientist III

Thornton Tomasetti; Dykes of Gray; In loco; GBP 35.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Abbott in Dundee, United Kingdom, is seeking Scientists to join the Technical Services team across levels from early-career to experienced laboratory professionals. You will execute experiments, perform testing, analyze results, and document findings in compliance with GLP and quality systems.

Responsibilities may include mentoring and technical leadership as you contribute to product development and investigations.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a scientific discipline.
• Strong scientific and technical knowledge with ability to execute experiments and analyse data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Mansioni

• Perform testing, assays, and lab activities per GLP standards.
• Conduct routine and innovative experiments to support product development and investigations.
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation.
• Compile, review laboratory records and quality documentation.
• Analyse data and generate conclusions and recommendations.
• Prepare technical summaries, reports, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Support CAPA, Change Control, and quality system requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet objectives.

Conoscenze

Scientific knowledge

Data analysis

Office software

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Formazione

Bachelor's degree or higher

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

EDMS

Project management tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking Scientists to join our Technical Services team to support a broad range of laboratory, assay development, testing, and scientific investigation activities. This opportunity is suitable for candidates across varying levels of experience, from early-career scientists through to experienced laboratory professionals. The successful candidate will contribute to the execution of experiments, testing and analysis of products and materials, interpretation of results, and documentation of scientific findings while ensuring compliance with quality, regulatory, and laboratory standards. Depending on experience level, responsibilities may also include method characterization, mentoring junior colleagues, project support, and technical leadership within assigned activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing, assays, and laboratory activities according to approved protocols, procedures, and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.
• Conduct routine and innovative experiments to support product development, technical investigations, and business priorities.
• Operate and maintain a variety of analytical and laboratory instrumentation.
• Compile, maintain, and review laboratory records, reports, notebooks, and quality documentation in accordance with quality system and design control requirements.
• Analyse data, interpret results, and generate scientifically sound conclusions and recommendations.
• Prepare technical summaries, reports, protocols, and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Apply scientific problem-solving techniques to support investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure project and departmental objectives are achieved.
• Support project planning, execution, and timeline management where appropriate.
• Contribute to test method development and characterization activities as required.
• Share knowledge and provide guidance, training, or mentoring to colleagues where appropriate.
• Support compliance activities including CAPA, Change Control, document management, and quality system requirements.
• Maintain compliance with all Corporate, Divisional, Quality, Health & Safety, and Regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a scientific, engineering, life sciences, biotechnology, chemistry, biology, medical device, or related technical discipline.
• Strong scientific and technical knowledge with the ability to execute laboratory experiments and analyse data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred

• Experience working within a laboratory, technical services, diagnostics, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or other regulated environment.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation, assay execution, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of design controls, CAPA, Change Control, and quality systems.
• Familiarity with Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) and project management tools.
• Experience training or mentoring team members.

Key Competencies

• Scientific curiosity and critical thinking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong organisational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

This position may be filled at Scientist I, Scientist II, or Scientist III level, depending on the successful candidate's qualifications, technical expertise, relevant experience, and demonstrated competencies. This role provides opportunities for development and progression within the Technical Services organisation. The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Job Family

Research and Discovery

Division

CMI ARDx Cardiometabolic and Informatics

Location

United Kingdom > Dundee : 17 Luna Place

Work Shift

Standard

Travel

No

Medical Surveillance

Not Applicable

Significant Work Activities

Not Applicable

Abbott Company Overview

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 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. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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