Senior Scientist, Lab Automation & Process Development

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

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Product Development and Automation Senior Scientist to support automation, IT, and LIS changes in the clinical laboratory. You will perform moderate to high complexity analyses, validate lab automation, and collaborate with LIS developers to enhance tests and workflows.

Responsibilities include UAT testing, documentation control, and leading project design and validation efforts, with mentorship for junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a relevant field.
• 6+ years of relevant work experience in a clinical laboratory.
• 1+ years of work experience with LIS configuration and UAT verification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in UAT testing and document control within lab systems.
• Lead complex design, platform eligibility testing, and systems integration.
• Develop and review functional specifications based on user needs and workflow.
• Mentor junior team members and manage cross-functional projects.

Skills

UAT testing

LIS knowledge

Lab automation

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science / Medical Technology

Tools

LIS configuration

Job description

Abbott is seeking a Product Development and Automation Senior Scientist to support automation, IT, and LIS changes in the clinical laboratory. You will perform moderate to high complexity analyses, validate lab automation, and collaborate with LIS developers to enhance tests and workflows.

Responsibilities include UAT testing, documentation control, and leading project design and validation efforts, with mentorship for junior staff.