Abbott

Associate Scientist (Technical Product Development)

Abbott$55K — $110K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in life or physical science or equivalent experience
  • Some related work experience preferred
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Basic computer skills through exposure or training

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot product performance issues and identify root causes
  • Contribute to planning and execution of product support activities
  • Participate in laboratory maintenance and ensure safety compliance
  • Document activities as per established procedures and quality requirements
  • Support the quality system's implementation and maintain compliance
  • Recommend follow-up activities or process improvements
  • Prepare and present findings and recommendations to cross-functional teams

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits to support your family's full life
  • Opportunity for career growth within a leading diagnostics company
  • Involvement in meaningful work impacting public health
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Participates in continuous improvement initiatives
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:

Associate Scientist (Technical Product Development)

The Opportunity
This position works out of our Dallas, TX location in the Core Laboratory, Diagnostics Division. We're empowering smarter medical and economic decision-making to help transform the way people manage their health at all stages of life. Every day, more than 10 million tests are run on Abbott's diagnostics instruments, providing lab results for millions of people.

The Associate Scientist (Technical Product Development) will support on market products.

What You'll Work On
  • Technical Expertise & Problem Solving: Troubleshoots product performance issues; identifies root causes and supports resolution of technical problems related to on-market products.
  • Project Support: Contributes to planning and execution of product support activities; provides input to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
  • Compliance & Safety: Participates in routine laboratory maintenance activities and ensures adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Documentation: Accurately documents activities in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements.
  • Quality System: Supports implementation and maintenance of the quality system to ensure continued compliance and effectiveness for on-market product support.
  • Continuous Improvement: Recommends follow-up activities, testing, or process improvements to enhance product performance and reliability in the field.
  • Data Communication: Prepares and presents findings, trends, and recommendations to cross-functional teams.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelors in life or physical science, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • Some related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters Degree preferred
  • Basic computer skills


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Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: https://abbottbenefits.com/

The base pay for this position is
$55,300.00 - $110,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Research and Discovery

DIVISION:
CRLB Core Lab

LOCATION:
United States > Irving : LC-02

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis, Routine work with chemicals, Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling

About Abbott

Abbott Careers

Joining Abbott means becoming part of a globally diverse team dedicated to making a lasting impact on human health. As a leader in healthcare innovation, Abbott provides a dynamic workplace where careers flourish through growth, leadership, and diversity training.

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Work You'll Do

At Abbott, every role contributes to our mission of helping people live fuller lives through better health. From groundbreaking research in medical devices to advancements in pharmaceuticals, our team is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. By joining Abbott, you are not just accepting a job; you are embarking on a path of professional and personal growth.

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Abbott is dedicated to the continuous professional development of its employees. With access to cutting-edge technology, leadership programs, and diversity training, our team members are equipped to lead and innovate within the healthcare industry. We support your career journey with robust training programs, mentorship, and opportunities for networking and professional growth.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy comprehensive benefits designed to support their life and well-being. From health insurance to retirement plans, we ensure our team has everything they need to thrive. Abbott's culture is built on a foundation of respect and integrity, united by a shared commitment to improving health outcomes.

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Learn more about Abbott
Size
113,000 employees
Market Cap
$189 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.4 billion
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+15.6%
Revenue
$34.6 billion
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