Lab Analyst IV - Nutrition - Columbus, OH

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 103,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Lab Analyst IV

Our location in Columbus, OH, currently has an opportunity for a Lab Analyst IV role.  In Research & Development (R&D) our ambition is providing innovative high-quality products, creating sustainable value, delivering superior user experience and enhancing health outcomes at all stages of life

Quality control lab analyst for nutrient analysis of infant and medical nutritional products.  The primary functions of this position are performance of analytical testing on ingredients and finished product as prescribed in various quality procedures, while assuring quality standards are met.  This position also requires producing the highest quality results while operating within the constraints of the safety guidelines to meet the manufacturing schedule.  Potential opportunity to assist Senior Scientist with method development and validation projects.

WHAT YOU’LL DO  

• Prepare, analyze, and process nutrient testing on research and finished product samples.
• Compare results to predetermined specifications to ensure analytical records are complete, accurate and in compliance.
• Maintain good laboratory practices.
• Perform accurate and precise testing according to laboratory methods.
• Responsible for keeping up to date with sample due dates and sample backlogs.
• Operate various types of analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, UPLC and LC/MS.
• Conduct investigations into method deviations and out of specifications results.
• Ensure compliance, overall data integrity, and adherence to SOPS, safety, and in-house regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU’LL BRING  

Required  

• B.S. in Chemistry (or other related field)

Preferred  

• Basic wet chemistry techniques
• Experience with HPLC and/or LCMS
• Experience with Sample Manager (LIMS) and Empower data systems preferred but not required
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel a plus

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. 

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