Solution Design Specialist - Laboratory

Abbott Laboratories; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Solution Design Specialist for their molecular division. This remote role involves supporting automation and workflow solutions for healthcare facilities, requiring significant travel. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in diagnostics and laboratory settings, with a focus on enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative solutions.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Free medical coverage eligibility

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Recognition for diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Over 3 years in healthcare, with 2+ years in diagnostics/laboratory settings.
• Experience with multisite automation and informatics projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert and consultant in automation and lean laboratory workflows.
• Analyze customer data, conduct workflow assessments, and develop solutions.

Skills

Automation

Lean Workflows

Client Demonstrations

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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Solution Design Specialist - Laboratory Workflow

Apply locations: United States - California - Remote, United States - Oregon - Portland, United States - Nevada - Las Vegas, United States - Texas - Remote, United States - Arizona - Phoenix

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Today

Job requisition id: 31118163

Job Overview

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio encompasses diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines, serving over 160 countries with 114,000 colleagues worldwide.

Job Description

Our molecular division focuses on innovative testing solutions to support critical health decisions globally. We aim to improve lives through accessible, molecular-based solutions.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do meaningful work, grow professionally, care for yourself and your family, and live authentically. Benefits include:

• Career development opportunities with an international company.
• Potential eligibility for free medical coverage through our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO in the next calendar year.
• Retirement savings plan with high employer contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement, student debt programs, and educational benefits.
• Recognition as a great place to work worldwide, including diversity and inclusion awards.

The Opportunity

The Solution Design Specialist supports Abbott Molecular Diagnostics by serving as a subject matter expert in automation, workflow, and informatics, primarily for healthcare facilities in the West region of the US. This remote role requires 60-70% travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert and consultant in automation and lean laboratory workflows.
• Analyze customer data, conduct workflow assessments, and develop solutions with insights and recommendations.
• Share best practices to enhance instrumentation and customer satisfaction.
• Support sales teams in achieving revenue goals.
• Create and disseminate tools to support sales and solutions design.
• Collaborate with marketing and R&D teams to incorporate customer feedback.
• Stay informed on industry trends, regulations, and healthcare policies.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience in automation, lab skills, and lean workflows
• Over 3 years in healthcare, with 2+ years in diagnostics/laboratory settings
• Experience with multisite automation and informatics projects
• Proficiency in client demonstrations and Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel 60-70%

Preferred:

• Diagnostics experience
• Knowledge of workflow improvements and Lean/Six Sigma certifications
• Laboratory design experience
• Understanding of healthcare IT systems

Additional Information

Learn more about our benefits at www.abbottbenefits.com. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. Salary range: $85,300 - $170,700, with location-specific variations.