Abbott
Scientist
Abbott, Alameda, California, United States, 94501
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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:
Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement, the
Freedom 2 Save
student debt program and
FreeU
education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.The OpportunityThis position works out of our Alameda, CA location in the Abbott Diabetes Care Division, where we are focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We’re revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology.The Scientist I
executes and conducts research, development, or scientific/technical activities. This individual may facilitate, develop or recommend improvements and/or new procedures related to products or processes. Lastly, this individual plans and presents data within the team, with supervision.What you’ll work onWith oversight, executes experiments following pre-designed protocols, accomplishes established milestones and summarizes data. May create and develop new methods for project advancement with guidance from more experienced team members.Conducts experiments of moderately complex projects, seeks advice when needed from more experienced colleagues for more complicated technical and design challenges. Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.Recommends options for other experiments, providing insights on techniques and procedures and solicits feedback from more advanced team members.Works on problems of moderate and diverse scope in which analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Proposes potential solutions to problems.Possible CFT member providing input to project planning and execution. May plan and work on projects of smaller complexity under limited supervision.Develops plan and presents data within the team in conjunction with oversight.Participates in routine maintenance and lab safety.Troubleshoots instrumentation or experiments; recognizes and assists with the resolution of basic technical problems. With minimal guidance, can write verification and validation protocols/reports and order materials needed to complete procedures. Documents development work, writing technical reports and cost estimates.Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.No supervisory responsibilities.Required QualificationsBachelors Degree/B.S in biological or physical sciences, or mathematics; with a minimum of 2-3 years industry experience.Masters/M.S. with 0 to 2 years experience.Working knowledge of experimental approaches/protocols and scientific methods such as designing experiments and interpreting data.Awareness of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologic.What We OfferAt Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance.Financial security
through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans.Health care and well-being programs
including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs.Paid time off .401(k)
retirement savings with a generous company match.The stability of a company
with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities.Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:
www.abbottbenefits.comFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at
www.abbott.com , on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/Abbott
and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.The base pay for this position is
$65,900.00 – $131,900.00.In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Research and DiscoveryDIVISION:
ADC Diabetes CareLOCATION:
United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop RoadWORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day).
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Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement, the
Freedom 2 Save
student debt program and
FreeU
education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.The OpportunityThis position works out of our Alameda, CA location in the Abbott Diabetes Care Division, where we are focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We’re revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology.The Scientist I
executes and conducts research, development, or scientific/technical activities. This individual may facilitate, develop or recommend improvements and/or new procedures related to products or processes. Lastly, this individual plans and presents data within the team, with supervision.What you’ll work onWith oversight, executes experiments following pre-designed protocols, accomplishes established milestones and summarizes data. May create and develop new methods for project advancement with guidance from more experienced team members.Conducts experiments of moderately complex projects, seeks advice when needed from more experienced colleagues for more complicated technical and design challenges. Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.Recommends options for other experiments, providing insights on techniques and procedures and solicits feedback from more advanced team members.Works on problems of moderate and diverse scope in which analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Proposes potential solutions to problems.Possible CFT member providing input to project planning and execution. May plan and work on projects of smaller complexity under limited supervision.Develops plan and presents data within the team in conjunction with oversight.Participates in routine maintenance and lab safety.Troubleshoots instrumentation or experiments; recognizes and assists with the resolution of basic technical problems. With minimal guidance, can write verification and validation protocols/reports and order materials needed to complete procedures. Documents development work, writing technical reports and cost estimates.Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.No supervisory responsibilities.Required QualificationsBachelors Degree/B.S in biological or physical sciences, or mathematics; with a minimum of 2-3 years industry experience.Masters/M.S. with 0 to 2 years experience.Working knowledge of experimental approaches/protocols and scientific methods such as designing experiments and interpreting data.Awareness of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologic.What We OfferAt Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance.Financial security
through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans.Health care and well-being programs
including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs.Paid time off .401(k)
retirement savings with a generous company match.The stability of a company
with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities.Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:
www.abbottbenefits.comFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at
www.abbott.com , on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/Abbott
and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.The base pay for this position is
$65,900.00 – $131,900.00.In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Research and DiscoveryDIVISION:
ADC Diabetes CareLOCATION:
United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop RoadWORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day).
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