Scientist Applied Research

Abbott Laboratories; Illinois; On-site; USD 68,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Education benefits

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories welcomes applications for an Scientist Applied Research at Abbott Park, IL. The role involves conducting research, correlating ideas with experiments, and sharing findings within a collaborative team.

You will work on diagnostic solutions used globally in hospitals, labs, and clinics, contributing to patient care decisions and disease understanding. The candidate should hold a science degree with relevant experience, be familiar with regulatory standards for IVDs, and be

Qualifications

• B.S. in biological or physical sciences or mathematics with 4+ years of experience or M.S. with 2+ years or Ph.D.
• Familiarity with experimental approaches/protocols and scientific methods.
• Awareness of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain compliance with Quality System and procedures.
• Perform laboratory/technical tasks using established methods and principles.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain analytical instruments.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and recommend next steps.
• Document work using MS Office and internal systems.
• Prepare technical reports and project summaries.
• Identify and help resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate records for traceability and compliance.
• Present updates to team and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support team success.
• Communicate information clearly and timely.
• Suggest process improvements and problem solving.

Skills

Experimental design

Data interpretation

Regulatory awareness

Computer literacy

Education

B.S in biological/physical sciences or mathematics

M.S. with 2+ years experience

Ph.D.

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Alinity i & C instruments

Job description

Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.

• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

Our location inAbbott Park (Lake County), ILcurrently has an opportunity for a Scientist Applied Research to conduct research, correlate and verify ideas through experimentation, share information, and participate in team activities.

Our diagnostic solutions are used in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics around the globe. The crucial information derived from our tests, instruments, and informatics systems is often the first step in patient care decision‑making for hundreds of health conditions from heart attacks to blood disorders to infectious diseases and cancers.

What You’ll Work On

• Support and maintain compliance with the company Quality System and established procedures.

• Perform assigned laboratory or technical tasks using established methods and scientific principles.

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain analytical instruments and equipment.

• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and recommend next steps.

• Use computer applications, including Microsoft Office programs and internal systems, to document and track work.

• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and project summaries.

• Identify, investigate, and assist in resolving technical issues.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation to ensure traceability and compliance.

• Present project updates and findings to team members and cross‑functional stakeholders, as needed.

• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and share knowledge to support team success.

• Communicate information clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner.

• Contribute ideas for process improvements and problem solving.

Required Qualifications

• B.S in biological or physical sciences, or mathematics; with at least 4 years of experience or M.S. with 2 years' experience OR Ph.D.

• Working knowledge of experimental approaches/protocols and scientific methods such as designing experiments and interpreting data, with increasing knowledge complexity with experience.

• Awareness of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics

• Basic computer skills - able to learn new computer programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient with and Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and other software computer tools.

• Experience with developing immunoassays.

• Proficient in Alinity i and c instruments

• Understanding of design control procedures.

• Knowledge of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: https://abbottbenefits.com/

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at abbott.com, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AbbottCareers.

The base pay for this position is $68,000.00 - $136,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.