Senior Clinical Lab Scientist — Lead Quality & Innovation

Abbott Laboratories; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Madison, WI, seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform and supervise high‑complexity testing in a fast‑paced lab environment. You will handle tests, QC, and validation under SOPs, with opportunities to contribute to new procedures and technology implementations.

You will lead shifts, mentor staff, ensure quality, safety, and data integrity while collaborating with cross‑functional teams. Shift: Tue–Fri 2:00 pm–11:30 pm; travel between sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in laboratory science or equivalent.
• 3+ years of high‑complexity clinical testing experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Strong professionalism and leadership abilities.
• Intermediate project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests per SOPs with minimal supervision.
• Review and document quality control procedures.
• Identify problems and implement corrective actions.
• Lead daily activities as shift senior scientist.
• Train and mentor laboratory staff.
• Ensure safety, data integrity, and compliance.

Skills

High complexity testing

Leadership

Project management

Technical skills

Communication

Education

Associate degree in lab science

3+ years high complexity testing

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Abbott Laboratories in Madison, WI, seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform and supervise high‑complexity testing in a fast‑paced lab environment. You will handle tests, QC, and validation under SOPs, with opportunities to contribute to new procedures and technology implementations.

You will lead shifts, mentor staff, ensure quality, safety, and data integrity while collaborating with cross‑functional teams. Shift: Tue–Fri 2:00 pm–11:30 pm; travel between sites may be required.