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:
The Opportunity
The position of Research Associate 3 in San Diego CA, executes preclinical scientific research or development in collaboration with others for projects.
What You'll Do
- Able to conduct independent research we on moderately complex problems. Expected to adequately differentiate/explain their research/experiments. Regularly performs technical experiments, studies and assesses outcomes, technically proficient in field of study
- Exercises technical discretion in the design, execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to a project. Conduct investigations for more complex projects; obtains guidance for more advanced projects. Able to handle multiple experiments with some assistance
- Performs scientific work and a variety of laboratory procedures requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, methods and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related scientific tasks
- Provide independent judgement and analysis/ and recommendations to more complex and diverse problems
- Expected to detect problems independently in using standardization procedures because of the condition of the sample, difficulties with the equipment, etc. proposes and implements solutions to less complex problems; as experienced is gained able to propose and solve more moderately complex problems independently • Assists with project planning, under supervision
- Participates in routine maintenance and lab safety. •With guidance can write verification and validation protocols and report, order materials needed to complete procedures; Documents development work, writing technical reports and cost estimates.
Required Qualifications
- Education Level: Bachelors Degree (± 16 years)
- Experience: Minimum 3 years industry/diagnostic experience
- Practical Lab Skills Competent ability in mathematics and computer literacy;
- Good organizational skills;
- Solid problem-solving skills and improves with greater experience
- Good knowledge of science and the ability to apply basic principles and techniques
WHAT WE OFFER
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
- A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority (Manufacturing roles only)
- Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled (Manufacturing roles only)
- 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: http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx
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.
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The base pay for this position is
$75,700.00 – $124,000.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:Research and Discovery
DIVISION:ID Infectious Disease
LOCATION:United States > San Diego : 4545 Towne Center Court
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:Standard
TRAVEL:No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not Applicable
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.
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