Abbott Labs is Looking to Hire a Biophysicist

JOB DESCRIPTION: This position is in the Systems Integration group for a new molecular diagnostics device in development. The role will be to assist the team in characterizing the physical properties of the new instrument and its interactions with the reagents used for purification and amplification of nucleic acid. The position requires an in depth understanding of instrumentation and reagents used for fluorescence detection in biological systems. A strong quantitative background in biophysics, biomedical engineering or physical chemistry is preferred. Some knowledge in computer programming, statistics and mathematical modeling will be needed.

Minimum Education and Experience: Knowledge of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics; Ph.D. in a life or physical science with 2+ years research or industrial experience; B.S./M.S. degree with research experience sufficient to demonstrate equivalency.

For more information about this position, see: https://abbott.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/abbottcareers/job/United-States---Illinois---Des-Plaines/Senior-Scientist-System-Integration_30020848-3

Abbott is a global healthcare company devoted to improving life through the development of products and technologies that span the breadth of healthcare. With a portfolio of leading, science-based offerings in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic pharmaceuticals, Abbott serves people in more than 150 countries and employs approximately 73,000 people. Please note that candidates need to be eligible to work in the U.S. without Abbott sponsorship.