Abbott

Project Manager- Product Development (Diagnostics R&D)

Abbott • $86K — $173K *
Lake Forest, IL 60045In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Three or more years of project management experience in product development, technical projects, or R&D programs.
  • Experience creating and overseeing project schedules and resource allocation.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across multiple stakeholders.
  • Expertise in managing project risks and deliverables throughout the lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Lead projects from concept through implementation and closeout.
  • Develop and update project plans, schedules, and milestones.
  • Monitor progress and address dependencies, risks, and issues proactively.
  • Facilitate meetings and ensure stakeholder alignment and communication.
  • Collaborate with global teams to achieve target outcomes.
  • Utilize project management tools like JIRA and Microsoft Project for reporting and execution.
  • Oversee vendor activities and ensure compliance with project standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits for you and your family.
  • A professional work environment with a commitment to safety.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:

We have an opportunity for the Project Manager role within our Core Diagnostics division, based in Lake Forest, IL, and this is an on-site role.

Core Diagnostics delivers diagnostic solutions that provide critical information to help healthcare professionals make better decisions and improve patient care.

As the Project Manager, you'll lead cross-functional product development and technical projects from planning through implementation. You'll drive execution, manage project risks, and help teams deliver high-quality outcomes aligned to business objectives.

What You'll Work On
  • Lead projects through the full lifecycle, from concept and planning through implementation and closeout.
  • Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, resource needs, and status reporting to support successful delivery.
  • Track progress, manage dependencies, and identify risks and issues early, implementing mitigation plans when needed.
  • Facilitate project team meetings, governance reviews, and stakeholder communications to maintain alignment and visibility.
  • Partner with cross-functional and global teams to achieve project objectives and deliverables.
  • Use tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Microsoft Project, or similar systems to support planning, execution, and reporting.
  • Coordinate vendor activities, review deliverables, and ensure work is completed according to project requirements.
  • Review project outputs for quality, accuracy, and adherence to established standards and processes.
  • Support compliance with Abbott quality systems, development lifecycle requirements, and project governance practices.
  • Maintain a safe and professional work environment.
  • Travel as required to support project needs.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 3+ years of project management experience supporting product development, technical, engineering, software, or R&D programs.
  • Experience developing and managing project plans, schedules, resources, and project reporting.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders.
  • Experience managing project risks, issues, dependencies, and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management credential.
  • Experience managing software development projects in a regulated industry such as healthcare, telecommunications, or defense.
  • Experience with Atlassian tools including JIRA and Confluence, and project planning tools such as Microsoft Project.
  • Experience working with external vendors and third-party partners.
  • Demonstrated success delivering projects on time and within scope.


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
$86,700.00 - $173,300.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Project Management

DIVISION:
CRLB Core Lab

LOCATION:
United States > Lake Forest : CP01

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes, 10 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

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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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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
Healthcare
Net Income
$4.4 billion
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+15.6%
Revenue
$34.6 billion
NASDAQ
ABT
* Ladders Estimates

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