Sr. Bioconjugation Scientist

Abbott Laboratories hiring for Sr. Bioconjugation Scientist jobs in Pomona, CA, US

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.

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .

• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

The position of Sr. Bioconjugation Chemist  is within our Toxicology business unit located in Pomona, California. This position is responsible for technical manufacturing operations and performing laboratory analytical tasks. The Chemist will support both Technical Operations (Manufacturing) and/or Design Development as required. This position is a key member within the Bioconjugation Chemistry Laboratory.

What You’ll Work On

• Drug enzyme conjugation for Design Development of HEIA and / or ELISA products including preparation of buffers

• Conjugation of small molecules to enzymes and proteins for ELISA, HEIA, SEFRIA and other products

• Drug protein conjugation for lateral flow platform

• Performs manufacturing of the ELISA and HEIA diagnostic kits

• Assists in transfer and qualification of analytical methods, including assay execution and final report writing

• Complies with SOP’s

• Analyzes and maintains data per applicable SOP’s

• Documents activities in a cGMP manner

• Performs investigation and resolution of out-of-spec events

• Prepares reagents and solutions as necessary to conduct analyses

• Performs routine maintenance of equipment

• Performs daily temperature monitoring

• Maintains effectiveness of the Quality System

• Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of the Quality Management System per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.

• Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job; has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities

• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices; build productive internal/external working relationships

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemistry/Biochemistry with 5-8 years of experience in a laboratory environment

• OR M.S. in Chemistry/Biochemistry with 4+ years of experience in a laboratory environment

• Previous work experience in a cGMP environment

• Ability to functionally direct and train junior research staff

• Ability to work well with global teams, including time-zone flexibility

• Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills, computer skills with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, JMP, and other statistical programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience in a chemical diagnostics laboratory position in industry role

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $95,500.00 – $190,900.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.