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:

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, formulating analyte sensing polymers, fabricating new electrochemical sensor designs, and conducting non-routine performance testing of sensors in vitro.  The candidate will also use mechanical engineering skills and laboratory automation capabilities to design and fabricate tooling and fixturing to increase throughput, reliability, and efficiency of in vitro test sensor testing systems and processes. 

What You'll Work On

• Mechanical design and development of robust fluidic laboratory test systems for evaluating electrochemical sensor response to analytes.  This includes using SolidWorks, and other CAD software to develop prototypes and working systems for routine laboratory use.

• 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 and troubleshoot instrument issues.

Required Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field, with 5+ years post-baccalaureate experience. 

• Experience designing, building, and testing precision electromechanical systems for medical robotics, medical device, or diagnostic equipment applications.

• Expert proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks)

• Demonstrated ability to advance the mechanical design of complex medical systems from early prototype to manufacturing and commercialization.

• Strong analytical skills and creative mindset.

Apply Now

* 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

$83,600.00 – $167,200.00

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), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

     

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

     

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf