Applied Research Scientist

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Applied Research Scientist

Company: Abbott


Description: 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.Applied Research ScientistWorking at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your 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.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the

student debt program, and 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The OpportunityOur molecular division delivers best-in-class innovative testing solutions for people around the world, providing answers to life’s critical health decisions. We help people live full and healthy lives through our accessible, molecular-based solutions.Our Des Plaines, IL location currently has an exciting opportunity for an Applied Research Scientist. This role is an individual contributor position that operates under limited supervision. The ideal candidate will apply their subject matter expertise and demonstrate the ability to understand specific needs or requirements to effectively utilize their skills and knowledge to conduct research.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Experimental Procedures: Conducts experiments, accomplishes established milestones, and summarizes data.
• Recommendations: Suggests options for additional experiments.
• Data Presentation: Presents data within the team.
• Expertise and Problem Solving: Troubleshoots instrumentation or experiments; identifies and assists with technical issues.
• Project Planning: Participates in planning project tasks; provides input to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Lab Safety: Engages in routine maintenance and ensures lab safety.
• Documentation: Accurately documents experimental procedures and results according to established guidelines.
• Quality: Implements and maintains the effectiveness of the quality system.

Required Qualifications

• Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree in life or physical science, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience: 1-year related work experience.
• Skills: Basic computer skills and knowledge of analytical instruments as assigned by the supervisor.

Preferred

• Master’s Degree

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at , on Facebook at , and on Twitter @AbbottNews.The base pay for this position is $54,000.00 – $108,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Salary: $54000 – 108000 per year

Location: Des Plaines, IL

Date: Sun, 04 May 2025 07:49:53 GMT


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