Associate Scientist I

Title: Associate Scientist I

Location: Abbott Park, Illinois

Duration: 12 Month Assignment

Job description:

•  Write and execute system related (i.e. hardware, software and /or assay) verification and or characterization protocols and support data package summaries in accordance with governing procedures
•  Basic operation of instrument and repairs at customer replaceable level.
•  Support basic troubleshooting across multiple system functions (hardware and software or hardware and assay performance problems).
•  Apply quantitative methods, analyze data, evaluate results, form conclusion, and provide and implement improvements.
•  Work well with others in a collaborative, goal-driven environment
• Maintain adherence to Quality System - Implement and maintain the effectiveness of the quality system Education min.- BS degree in, biochemistry, chemistry, biology, or biomedical engineering. Experience min.- looking for some experience within Abbott. However, if not, entry level should be fine (fresh graduates). 

Top 5 skills/requirements

•  Problem solving,
• Data analytics,
•  Technical troubleshooting,
• PC Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
• Good communication skills written and verbal in English, • Works well with others in a collaborative, goal-driven environment.
• Experience on ARCHITECT and Alinity I platforms, Knowledge of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics.
• Good Lab Practice, Good Manufacturing Practice, laboratory duties 

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, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.