Associate Scientist II

Abbott; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, &

MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and

401(k)

Job summary

Abbott in Irving, TX seeks an Associate Scientist II to support clinical chemistry product testing and stability studies in a 100% onsite lab environment. The role focuses on GLP-compliant testing, data analysis, and protocol execution.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of laboratory experience, experience with IVD analyzers, and strong Excel data-analysis skills, with a Bachelor's degree in a related field. You will work in a fast-paced team to meet project timelines.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of laboratory experience in a scientific or related environment.
• Experience with In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) analyzers.
• Experience executing laboratory test protocols and procedures.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting using Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing for clinical chemistry products and new product stability studies.
• Execute laboratory test protocols accurately and efficiently.
• Operate and troubleshoot In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) analyzers.
• Collect, analyze, and process data using Microsoft Excel.
• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and records.
• Collaborate with team members to meet project milestones and deadlines.

Skills

IVD analyzer experience

Laboratory testing

GLP knowledge

Excel data analysis

Time management

Project execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field

Job description

Title: Associate Scientist II

Location: Irving, TX

Duration: 12 Months

100% Onsite

Job Summary

The Associate Scientist II will support clinical chemistry product testing within a laboratory environment, with a primary focus on new product stability studies. This role requires hands‑on laboratory experience, execution of testing protocols, data analysis, and adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). The ideal candidate will be detail‑oriented, capable of managing multiple projects, and able to meet established project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing for clinical chemistry products and new product stability studies.
• Execute laboratory test protocols accurately and efficiently.
• Operate and troubleshoot In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) analyzers.
• Collect, analyze, and process data using Microsoft Excel.
• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and records.
• Collaborate with team members to meet project milestones and deadlines.

Required Experience

• 2 to 4 years of laboratory experience in a scientific or related environment.
• Experience working with In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) analyzers.
• Experience executing laboratory test protocols and procedures.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting using Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines.

Required Skills

• In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) analyzer experience.
• Laboratory testing and protocol execution.
• Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) knowledge.
• Microsoft Excel data processing and analysis.
• Strong time management and project execution capabilities.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with the Abbott Alinity Clinical Chemistry Analyzer.
• Experience designing experiments and testing schemes.
• Familiarity with advanced statistical software and data analysis tools.
• Previous experience supporting clinical chemistry product development or stability studies.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

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, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life‑changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life‑changing breakthroughs.