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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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:\nSenior Scientist Technical Product Support\nWorking at Abbott\nAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:\nCareer development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.\nEmployees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.\nAn excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution\nTuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.\nA company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.\nA company that is recog\nnized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.\nThe Opportunity\nThe Senior Scientist Technical Support works out of our Des Plaines, IL location within Abbott Molecular, a leading provider of molecular diagnostic solutions that leverage advanced science and technology to help detect, monitor, and manage diseases through innovative testing platforms.\nAs a Senior Scientist Technical Support, you'll have the opportunity to serve as a key technical contributor supporting the development, optimization, validation, and lifecycle management of oligonucleotide manufacturing processes used in molecular diagnostic products. Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, R&D, and Supply Chain teams, you will help drive new product introductions, support on-market product improvements, resolve complex technical challenges, and improve process robustness across the organization.\nIn this role, you will apply scientific expertise in oligonucleotide synthesis, purification, characterization, process development, and molecular assay support to enhance manufacturing performance and product quality. You will collaborate cross-functionally to investigate product performance issues, support design changes, execute validation activities, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen manufacturing capability and ensure compliance within a regulated environment.\nWhat You’ll Work On\nProvide scientific and technical support for oligonucleotide manufacturing and quality control processes.\nDevelop, optimize, and validate manufacturing and analytical methods used in molecular diagnostic products.\nDesign and execute experiments, analyze data, and interpret results to support process improvements and technical investigations.\nLead or support cross-functional projects involving process changes, supply continuity, cost improvements, and product lifecycle management.\nInvestigate manufacturing, quality, and product performance issues using data-driven problem-solving approaches.\nAuthor technical reports, validation protocols, change control documentation, and regulatory support documentation.\nCollaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and R&D to implement process improvements and ensure compliance with applicable quality system requirements.\nSupport technology transfer, process characterization, and scale-up activities.\nStay current on advancements in oligonucleotide technologies, molecular diagnostics, and process development.\nMentor junior scientists and contribute to the technical development of the broader team.\nRequired Qualifications\nPh.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline with 0-4 years of relevant industry experience; OR\nM.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline with 5+ years of relevant industry experience; OR\nB.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline with 8+ years of relevant industry experience.\nExperience in process development, analytical development, technical support, product support, or manufacturing sciences within a regulated environment.\nStrong experimental design, data analysis, and technical problem-solving skills.\nExperience authoring technical reports, protocols, and changing control documentation.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across functions.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with oligonucleotide synthesis, purification, characterization, or manufacturing support.\nFamiliarity with automated DNA/RNA synthesizers and oligonucleotide purification technologies.\nExperience working with chromatography-based analytical or purification methods, including HPLC, ion exchange, size exclusion, or reverse-phase chromatography.\nExperience supporting molecular diagnostic products, PCR-based assays, or related technologies.\nKnowledge of GMP, QSR, ISO 13485, design control, validation, and change management processes.\nExperience with analytical tools such as LC-MS, HPLC, Empower, UNICORN, or comparable systems.\nExposure to troubleshooting complex manufacturing or product performance issues.\nExperience leading technical projects or mentoring junior scientists.\nApply Now\nLearn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:www.abbottbenefits.com\nFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. 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