Research Scientist, Diagnostics – Technical Lead

Abbott; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott, a global healthcare leader, seeks a Research Scientist in Madison, WI to lead experimental work and translate research ideas into diagnostic assay product development. The role involves collaboration across disciplines and a strong data-driven approach.

You will design and execute moderately complex experiments, analyze data, mentor colleagues, prepare technical reports, and present findings to project teams and leadership. Some travel (about 5%) may be required.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field, or Master’s with 4+ years experience, or Bachelor’s with 6+ years experience.
• Experience designing and executing complex experiments and analyzing data.
• Ability to mentor others and work across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze moderately complex experiments; validate new methods.
• Lead project results integration and present findings to teams and leadership.
• Maintain current knowledge of scientific literature and industry standards.
• Travel up to 5% of time.

Skills

Experiment design

Data analysis

Results interpretation

Team collaboration

Travel 5%

Education

PhD in related field

Master’s +4 years

Bachelor’s +6 years

Job description

Abbott, a global healthcare leader, seeks a Research Scientist in Madison, WI to lead experimental work and translate research ideas into diagnostic assay product development. The role involves collaboration across disciplines and a strong data-driven approach.

You will design and execute moderately complex experiments, analyze data, mentor colleagues, prepare technical reports, and present findings to project teams and leadership. Some travel (about 5%) may be required.