Purpose of the Role
We are seeking Scientists to join our Technical Services team to support a broad range of laboratory, assay development, testing, and scientific investigation activities. This opportunity is suitable for candidates across varying levels of experience, from early-career scientists through to experienced laboratory professionals. The successful candidate will contribute to the execution of experiments, testing and analysis of products and materials, interpretation of results, and documentation of scientific findings while ensuring compliance with quality, regulatory, and laboratory standards. Depending on experience level, responsibilities may also include method characterization, mentoring junior colleagues, project support, and technical leadership within assigned activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform testing, assays, and laboratory activities according to approved protocols, procedures, and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.
- Conduct routine and innovative experiments to support product development, technical investigations, and business priorities.
- Operate and maintain a variety of analytical and laboratory instrumentation.
- Compile, maintain, and review laboratory records, reports, notebooks, and quality documentation in accordance with quality system and design control requirements.
- Analyse data, interpret results, and generate scientifically sound conclusions and recommendations.
- Prepare technical summaries, reports, protocols, and presentations for internal stakeholders.
- Apply scientific problem-solving techniques to support investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure project and departmental objectives are achieved.
- Support project planning, execution, and timeline management where appropriate.
- Contribute to test method development and characterization activities as required.
- Share knowledge and provide guidance, training, or mentoring to colleagues where appropriate.
- Support compliance activities including CAPA, Change Control, document management, and quality system requirements.
- Maintain compliance with all Corporate, Divisional, Quality, Health & Safety, and Regulatory requirements.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a scientific, engineering, life sciences, biotechnology, chemistry, biology, medical device, or related technical discipline.
- Strong scientific and technical knowledge with the ability to execute laboratory experiments and analyse data.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Preferred
- Experience working within a laboratory, technical services, diagnostics, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or other regulated environment.
- Experience with analytical instrumentation, assay execution, and data analysis.
- Knowledge of design controls, CAPA, Change Control, and quality systems.
- Familiarity with Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) and project management tools.
- Experience training or mentoring team members.
Key Competencies
- Scientific curiosity and critical thinking.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Strong organisational and documentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Additional Information
This position may be filled at Scientist I, Scientist II, or Scientist III level, depending on the successful candidate's qualifications, technical expertise, relevant experience, and demonstrated competencies. This role provides opportunities for development and progression within the Technical Services organisation. The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Job Family
Research and Discovery
Division
CMI ARDx Cardiometabolic and Informatics
Location
United Kingdom > Dundee : 17 Luna Place
Work Shift
Standard
Travel
No
Medical Surveillance
Not Applicable
Significant Work Activities
Not Applicable
Abbott Company Overview
Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings.
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An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
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