Senior Scientist (and Data Analytics)

Abbott (abbottcareers2 board); United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HIP health plan

Excellent retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Educational benefits

Job summary

Abbott in Irving, TX, Core Lab Division, is hiring a Scientist to lead smaller research projects and contribute to product development. Work is on-site with up to 10% travel, supporting diagnostic solutions used in hospitals and clinics worldwide.

You will design experiments, analyze results, and communicate findings clearly while collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological or physical sciences, or mathematics.
• Experience in a research development environment is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently plan and conduct laboratory experiments, analyze data, and interpret results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project planning and timelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation following GLP and regulatory requirements.
• Present findings to management and project teams and contribute to publications when applicable.

Job description

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, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

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

This position works out of our Irving, TX location in the Abbott Core Lab Division. This role is on site daily with up to 10% travel.

Their 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.

As a Scientist, you will lead smaller research projects and contribute to larger cross‑functional initiatives that support product development and innovation. You’ll use your scientific expertise to design and execute experiments, analyze results, solve technical challenges, and help drive projects forward. We’re seeking a motivated scientist who can work independently, solve technical challenges, collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, and communicate scientific findings clearly. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing multiple priorities, driving project execution, and contributing to innovative research and product development efforts. This role is mainly in the office and 20% in the laboratory.

Key responsibilities include:

• Independently plan and conduct laboratory experiments, analyze data, interpret findings, and recommend next steps.
• Apply scientific literature, technical expertise, and industry knowledge to identify solutions and improve products, processes, and research approaches.
• Identify potential technical risks, troubleshoot issues, and recommend practical solutions based on sound scientific reasoning.
• Use analytical instruments and laboratory techniques to support research, testing, and product development activities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support project planning, timelines, resource needs, and process improvements.
• Contribute to the development and execution of project plans, ensuring milestones and deliverables are achieved on schedule.
• Present scientific findings, project updates, and technical recommendations to management and project teams.
• Support innovation efforts through contributions to invention disclosures, patent applications, and scientific publications when applicable.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of experimental methods, results, and conclusions in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and actively support a safe working environment.
• Ensure compliance with Abbott's Quality System and applicable regulatory standards.
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior scientists and team members as needed, while serving as a scientific resource within the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree B.S in biological or physical sciences, or mathematics; with 6 + years of progressively responsible positions in a research development environment biological or physical sciences, or mathematics
• M.S. with minimum of 4 years' experience. Or Ph.D. with 0 or more years' experience.
• Up to 10% Travel including international travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree (± 16 years)
• Ph.D. in biological or physical sciences, or mathematics; with 6 + years of progressively responsible positions in a research development environment. biological or physical sciences, or mathematics
• Independent design of experimental approaches/protocols and scientific methods such as designing experiments and interpreting data.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience with a strong understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and a proven ability to perform accurate testing, maintain compliance, and u