Job 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 107,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries

JOB DESCRIPTION:

ABOUT ABBOTT DIAGNOSTICS:

The key to successful treatment and full recovery is often fast, accurate diagnosis. Abbotts 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.

Our location in Lake County, Illinois currently has an opportunity for a Postdoctoral Scientist. This is a Postdoctoral Scientist fellowship and will last up to three years.

WHAT YOULL DO

* Design and conduct multiple mass spectrometry (MS) experiments towards characterization of proteins where selected proteins will be used in clinical immunoassay formulations
* Troubleshoot instrumentation and method problems
* Critically execute MS experiments, process analytical data and results with attention to detail
* Evaluate and summarize data using various MS methodologies, interpret results, draw conclusions and recommend options for future experiments to achieve project goals
* Participate in cross-functional teams including collaborations with protein fermentation, cell culture, purification and bioanalytical scientists.
* Document studies effectively and timely in an electronic laboratory notebook.
* Present scientific observations at team meetings.
* Anticipate, recognize and resolve technical problems

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOULL BRING

Preferred:

* Ph.D. with at least 2 years relevant research or industrial experience where the Ph.D. is in a life or physical science; Analytical Chemistry or Biochemistry preferred.
* 2+ years lab experience or the equivalent in mass spectrometry (MS) desired
* Hands-on working knowledge of mass spectrometry systems used for the analysis of proteins including qualitative analysis, identification of target molecule as well as impurities based on MS data, peptide mapping, determining post-translational modifications of the target molecule is strongly desire
* Experience with multiple mass spectrometers: Sciex, Waters, Shimadzu and / or Thermo
* Publications or presentations where the candidate provided MS data and data interpretation
* Knowledge of test method characterization and/or validation processes, as well as execution of MS methods under established operating procedures would be beneficial.

Required:

* B.S. with 4 years minimum related lab/industrial experience or M.S. with 2 years minimum relevant experience or Ph.D. in a life or physical science; Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysical Chemistry desired.
* Basic Computer skills
* Oral and written presentation skills

WHAT WE OFFER

At 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.com

Follow 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.

JOB FAMILY:

Product Development

DIVISION:

ADD Diagnostics

LOCATION:

United States > Abbott Park : AP20 Floor-1

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis

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