Scientist, Technical Support - Microbiology & Diagnostics

Thornton Tomasetti; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Park, IL in the Core Diagnostics Division is seeking a Scientist, Technical Support to proactively contribute to design control and process/product improvement activities. You will perform microbiology testing, including dilutions, plating, and media preparation, and help identify adverse trends and emerging issues.

The role requires collaboration with cross‑functional teams, presenting technical information to management, mentoring colleagues, and supporting audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in scientific or technical field or equivalent.
• Associate degree with 8 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in related work.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiology testing including dilutions, plating, and plate counting.
• Produce microbiological media and support test/process method modifications.
• Contribute to design control, process and product improvement activities.

Skills

Microbiology laboratory experience

Minimum 2 years of related work

Education

Bachelor's degree in scientific and technical field

Associate degree with 8 years relevant experience

Job description

Abbott Park, IL in the Core Diagnostics Division is seeking a Scientist, Technical Support to proactively contribute to design control and process/product improvement activities. You will perform microbiology testing, including dilutions, plating, and media preparation, and help identify adverse trends and emerging issues.

The role requires collaboration with cross‑functional teams, presenting technical information to management, mentoring colleagues, and supporting audits.