Sr. Test Implementation and Support (TIS) Application Scientist

Abbott (abbottcareers2 board); United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an Sr. Test I mplement ation and Support Application Scientist to deliver expert technical support for Abbott Cancer Diagnostics Phoenix labs performing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS).

The role involves troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and collaborating with teams to enhance products and processes onsite in Phoenix. The candidate will design experiments, analyze results, and document validation plans and SOPs while communicating technical findings to leadership and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in life sciences or MSc with 2+ years of life sciences industry experience or a BSc with 4+ years of industry experience.
• 3+ years of life sciences industry experience and data analysis capability.
• Proficiency with molecular biology techniques and real-time PCR assays.

Responsibilities

• Provide troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for lab questions and assay issues.
• Lead experiments, data analysis, and technical summaries across product areas.
• Prepare validation plans, SOPs, and reports for leadership review.
• Communicate lab feedback to development teams for process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Data analysis (Excel/JMP)

Strong organizational skills

Education

PhD in life sciences

MS in life sciences (related field)

BS in life sciences (related field)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

JMP

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Overview

The Sr. Tes t I mplement ation and Support ( TIS) Application Scientist is responsible for providing outstanding technical support to Abbott Cancer Diagnostics Phoenix laboratories perfo rming Next Genera tion Sequen cing (NGS ) . This position works individually or in collaboration with others on troubleshooting , ro ot cause analys is, and resolving laboratory assay issues in a timely manner . This position will also work on projects to bring enhancements of current products and processes to the lab or atory .

This is an onsite position at our Phoenix location.

Essential Duties

• Receive and document incoming l aborat ory invest igation req uests .
• Work cooperatively with sta keh olders and internal functional departments to troubleshoot and resolve laboratory questions and requests in the areas of reagent, consumables, and assay related issues.
• Lead troubleshooting of laboratory issues through root cause analysis , experiment design, study execution, data analysis, and technical summary . Provid e technical advice on preventative action.
• Conduct bench level experiments within several product areas.
• Prepare technical experiment reports with all technical specification , information , and acceptance criteria and present to supervisor or project team.
• Provid e technical and scientific input for decisions affecting project planning , experimental design , and workflow.
• Clearly and accurately summarize and document troubleshooting activities and experi ments.
• Prepare detailed technical validation/verification p lans, protocols, experimental design, data analysis, SOP s, and summari es to present to laboratory leade rship.
• Communicate la bora tory feedback regarding product requirements to the developmental team for designing and implementing new and existing products. A ct as the voice of the la borat ory when working on proces s improvements and validations.
• Draft and distribute content of enterprise-wide communications regarding incoming and outbound supplier communications .
• Contribute ideas to improve ro o t cause inv estigation s, lab o rat ory pr ac tices, va lidation s , metrics , and team processes .
• Comm unicates clearly with supervisor , tea m members, and pro ject sta keholde rs.
• Ability to provide technical and hands-on support to clini cal laboratory by phone, email , and onsite.
• Ability to identify , implement, and report on process improvements in the laboratory.
• Detail oriented with very strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work designated schedule.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 2% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 70% of a typical working day.
• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.
• Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously.
• Ability to use a telephone through a headset.
• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements .

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a life sciences field; Master's degree in a life sciences field and 2 years of life sciences industry experience in lieu of Ph.D.; or Bachelor's Degree in life sciences or related field and 4 years of life sciences industry experience in lieu of Ph.D.
• 3+ years of experience in the life sciences industry or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience analyzing data with tools such as Microsoft Office Excel or JMP.
• 2+ years of experience working in a molecular diagnostics/clinical laboratory.
• Professional working knowledge or coursework with molecular biology techniques and Real-Time-PCR Assays.
• Strong understanding of statistical and mathematical methods in biology/genetics .
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• MB (ASCP ) c ertificat ion .
• 2 + years of NGS experie nce .
• 3+ years of experience working within Quality System Regulations and Service requirements defined therein .
• 1+ year of experience working i