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Abbott Laboratories

Area Scientific Director - Americas

Abbott Laboratories, Lake Forest, Illinois, United States, 60045


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Locations: United States - Illinois - Lake Forest

Time Type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: 31100528

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

The key to successful treatment and full recovery is often fast, accurate diagnosis. Abbott’s life-changing tests and diagnostic tools provide insights that enable smarter, faster decisions and transform the way the world is managing health.

Our pioneering technology spans the world of healthcare operations — with medical diagnostic instruments, tests, automation, and informatics solutions for hospitals, reference labs, blood centers, emergency departments, physician offices, and clinics.

The Opportunity:

Our location in

Lake Forest, IL

currently has an opportunity for the

Area Scientific Director .

The Area Scientific Director will lead the creation, development, and implementation of programs and projects within Medical Affairs to enhance Medical and Scientific Leadership. Key responsibilities include:

Conducting FAM studies

Providing technical consultations on products

Delivering conference presentations

Managing Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)

Gathering laboratory customer insights

Conducting internal trainings

Overseeing product launches

Developing medical guidelines

Addressing technical needs for new and existing products

Handling complaints

Providing general technical education

This role collaborates closely with Medical and Scientific Research, Medical Affairs, Marketing, Commercial, Quality, Regulatory, and Technical Operations to support these activities.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and Maintain Standards : Stay updated on medical and technology trends in laboratory medicine and understand core medical and scientific literature related to product implementation and clinical applications.

Project Execution : Create, develop, and execute medical and scientific projects, education, and engagements for patients, clinicians, and laboratory personnel.

Technical Expertise : Serve as the technical SME within the field and Medical Affairs team, participating in troubleshooting and problem-solving for customers, and acting as a liaison between Technical Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and R&D.

Market Presence : Build the medical and scientific presence in the marketplace, establish and maintain relationships with KOLs, provide direction to medical teams on technical aspects of products.

Leadership and Culture : Foster an open feedback culture within the organization, demonstrating leadership qualities such as Servant Leadership, Ethical Behaviors, Accountability, and Decision Making.

Quality System Compliance : Implement and maintain the effectiveness of the Quality System, comply with all corporate policies, and enforce OEC guidelines related to medical research practices.

Experience Required

Expert Knowledge : In assay design principles, laboratory techniques, the IVD industry, and diagnostic products on the market/competitive landscape. Strong problem-solving skills.

Communication Skills : Strong communication skills in a scientific environment.

Interpersonal Skills : Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership capabilities.

Scientific Writing : Strong scientific writing skills and in-depth knowledge of cross-divisional interfaces and the benefits of developing strong cross-functional collaborations.

KOL Relationships : Demonstrated history of working with KOLs and developing strong relationships/partnerships with external institutions, key scientists, and/or medical professionals.

Assay Implementation : Understanding of assay implementation, operations, and troubleshooting processes in clinical laboratories.

Required Qualifications

PhD

Experience : Minimum of 10 years in a technical or scientific industry role, including at least 5 years in a product development/scientific management role, and over 2 years in a clinical healthcare service environment.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life.

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