Senior Scientist I

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
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.
Working at Abbott
At 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) PPO
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition 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 Opportunity
The Senior Scientist I will work in a research technician capacity within a project-driven biosensor R&D group, conducting non-routine analytical tests on sensor materials and sensor models, for use in biosensor design, development, and troubleshooting.
What You'll Work On

• Conduct analytical experiments to test new and existing biosensor concepts and the materials used in their construction, including small molecules, traditional polymers, and biologics. This will include running analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, LCMS, GCMS, UV, GPC, viscometer, cyclic voltammeter, and interpreting results from these and other techniques such as NMR, MS, elemental.
• Construct and test biosensors in various formats for R&D purposes. This includes running laser cutting, automated liquid dispensing, and other custom equipment.
• Access the chemical, biological, and engineering literature to provide insights to technical issues.
• Present experimental results in group meetings.
• Maintain lab equipment, QA records, and purchasing documentation.
• Purchase materials and services and interface regularly with contract suppliers
• Coordinate with internal functions such as Safety, Purchasing, Accounting.

Required Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a relevant physical or life science, with 5+ years post-baccalaureate experience.
• Expertise in analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, synthesis, polymer chemistry, organometallics, biologics, desired.

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
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.
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The base pay for this position is
$95,500.00 - $190,900.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Research and Discovery
DIVISION:
ADC Diabetes Care
LOCATION:
United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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