Senior Scientist, Technical Services & Assay Development

Abbott; Dundee; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Dundee, United Kingdom seeks Scientists to join the Technical Services team to support laboratory activities, assay development, testing, and investigation work across experience levels. The role includes execution of experiments, data analysis, and documentation while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities may also involve method characterization, mentoring junior colleagues, project support, and technical leadership within assigned activities.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, assays, and laboratory activities according to approved protocols, GLP standards.
• Conduct routine and innovative experiments to support development and investigations.
• Operate and maintain a variety of analytical and laboratory instrumentation.
• Compile, maintain, and review laboratory records and quality documentation.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and generate scientifically sound conclusions.
• Prepare technical summaries, reports, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve objectives.
• Support project planning, execution and timeline management.
• Share knowledge and mentor colleagues where appropriate.
• Support CAPA, Change Control, and document management requirements.

Skills

Laboratory data analysis

MS Office proficiency

Strong communication

Independent and collaborative work

Scientific problem-solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a scientific/technical field

Tools

Analytical instrumentation

EDMS

Project management tools

Job description

Abbott in Dundee, United Kingdom seeks Scientists to join the Technical Services team to support laboratory activities, assay development, testing, and investigation work across experience levels. The role includes execution of experiments, data analysis, and documentation while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities may also involve method characterization, mentoring junior colleagues, project support, and technical leadership within assigned activities.