Postdoctoral Analytical Chemist

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. Abbott’s 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 Abbott Park (Lake Bluff), Illinois currently has an opportunity for a Postdoctoral Analytical Chemist.  

WHAT YOU’LL DO

This is a Postdoctoral Scientist fellowship and will last up to three years.

Responsibilities of the Postdoctoral Analytical Chemist will include:

·  Design and execute analytical experiments toward characterization of proteins, including enzymes.
·  Conceive, plan, design, and conduct advanced studies to develop analytical techniques for characterization of proteins and enzymes.
·  Design and conduct bioanalytical experiments to characterize proteins using molecular beacons, fluorescence polarization assays, primer extension.
·  Analyze proteins by HPLC, electrophoresis (gel and capillary), spectrophotometric and immunochemical methods.
·  Develop and execute test method characterizations.
·  Troubleshoot instrumentation and method problems.
·  Contribute independently and participate in cross-functional teams; collaborate with protein fermentation, protein purification and assay development scientists.
·  Evaluate and summarize data using analytical methodologies, interpret results, draw conclusions and recommends options for future experiments to achieve project goals.
·  Document studies effectively and timely in laboratory notebook.
·  Recommend options for future experiments.
·  Present scientific observations at team meetings.
·  Anticipate, recognize and resolve technical problems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

Required:

·  B.S. plus 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 strongly desired.  
·  Basic Computer skills.
·  Knowledge of analytical instruments assigned by supervisor.

Preferred:

·  Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysical Chemistry, Protein Chemistry is strongly desired
·  Experience with molecular beacons, fluorescence assays, primer extension
·  Experience with protein structure/function relationship is beneficial
·  Experience in test method validation is desired

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-3

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Yes, 15 % of the Time

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

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)

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

     
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