Scientist IV Biologics

Abbott; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diagnostics company in Scotland is seeking a Scientist IV Biologics to manufacture biologics in a cGMP-compliant environment. Candidates should possess at least a BSc in Biochemistry and relevant technical experience with biochemical techniques such as Bioconjugation and HPLC. This role involves collaboration with QA and technical teams, ensuring production schedules are met, and maintaining documentation. The company offers competitive benefits, fostering a community focused on health innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Defined contribution pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with biochemical techniques for biologics production.
• Proficient with documentation like manufacturing batch documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture biologics in a cGMP-compliant environment.
• Ensure on-time delivery through collaboration with colleagues.
• Maintain accurate documentation and perform ERP transactions.

Skills

Bioconjugation

Protein Purification

SDS-PAGE

Western Blotting

HPLC

Technical communication

Root Cause Analysis

Statistical Process Control

Education

BSc in Biochemistry or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The Opportunity

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics (formerly Alere) is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies. Abbott Dundee manufactures a range of high-value biologics that are essential for producing advanced diagnostic tests. These biologics include Bioconjugates, Enzyme Concentrates, and Antibody-Coated Particles. Their production involves sophisticated biochemical techniques, specialized equipment, and must be carried out in a cGMP-compliant environment by highly skilled professionals. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a brand-new Scientist IV Biologics to join the new Biologics department.

What You’ll Do

• Manufacture biologics in a cGMP-compliant environment following defined processes.
• Ensure on-time delivery by collaborating with colleagues and adhering to production schedules.
• Partner with QA and Technical Operations to analyze trends, improve process robustness, and enhance consistency.
• Maintain accurate documentation and perform ERP transactions for inventory and work orders.
• Plan and manage your workload while building technical expertise in biologics.
• Apply problem-solving skills to resolve technical issues and conduct experiments for process improvements.
• Stay informed on industry developments and demonstrate a growth mindset.
• Support additional responsibilities (e.g., Health & Safety, Fire Marshal) and comply with all corporate policies

Preferred profile / Qualifications

• Minimum of a BSc in Biochemistry or a related field to ensure strong technical knowledge for biologics production
• Technical Experience : Hands-on experience with various biochemical techniques, including : Bioconjugation Protein Purification Particle Coating SDS-PAGE Western Blotting HPLC
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for data analysis and presenting results.
• Skilled in completing records such as manufacturing batch documents, lab reports, and quality documentation.
• Prior experience working in a scientific or lab-based role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Process & Quality Knowledge
• Understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques
• Awareness of manufacturing costs and how to manage them
• Familiarity with Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) and Change Control processes
• Ability to use Root Cause Analysis tools like A3 and DMAIC
• Knowledge of Risk Assessment, Risk Management, and Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA)
• Understanding of Process Validation principles and ability to carry them out

As you’d expect from an innovative global health care company, we offer a competitive range of benefits including excellent salaries, a class-leading defined contribution pension scheme, private healthcare, life assurance and a flexible benefits scheme.

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. Joining us, you can shape your career as you shape the future of healthcare.

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.