Medical/Clinical Affairs Researcher

Abbott; Lake Forest (IL); Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Medical/ Clinical Affairs Researcher to support clinical initiatives and product lifecycle management. The role involves conducting literature analysis, developing scientific presentations, and collaborating on product development, requiring an advanced degree and extensive experience in the field.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401(k)

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in clinical practice, clinical research, or laboratory operations.
• Ability to interpret scientific data and clinical trial results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews related to diagnostic testing and clinical practice.
• Analyze clinical trial results and develop medical proposals.
• Collaborate with senior medical staff on strategic initiatives.

Skills

Literature Analysis

Scientific Communication

Clinical Understanding

Data Interpretation

Education

MD, PharmD, NP, PA, or PhD in a relevant biological science field

Job description

Title: Medical/ Clinical Affairs Researcher

Location: Lake Forest, IL

Duration: 6 Months (100% Remote)

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Medical/ Clinical Affairs Researcher to support clinical and medical initiatives related to diagnostic testing and product lifecycle support. This role will require strong clinical understanding, literature analysis, and scientific communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and searches related to diagnostic testing and clinical practice.
• Develop and deliver scientific slide decks, summaries, and medical proposals.
• Analyze and interpret clinical trial results, scientific publications, and diagnostic data.
• Provide clinical and medical input to support product development and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate closely with senior medical and scientific staff to support strategic initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• 5–7 years of experience in clinical practice, clinical research, and/or laboratory operations.
• (For MDs, Clinical Pathology or Internal Medicine Residency may be considered as part of this experience.)
• Strong understanding of the relationship between diagnostic test results and clinical diagnosis/treatment.
• Proven ability to interpret scientific data, clinical trial outcomes, and guideline recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing medical documentation and scientific presentations.

Education:

• Advanced degree required: MD, PharmD, NP, PA, or PhD in a relevant biological science 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.