Senior Scientist II Analytical Chemist/Biochemist

Job ID: 31159143Company: Abbott LaboratoriesLocation: United States - Illinois - Abbott ParkJob Type: Full timeCategory: Research & DevelopmentIndustry: HealthcarePosted Date: 2026-08-15Abbott 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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.Working at AbbottAt 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:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.An excellent retirement savings plan with a 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.The OpportunityThis position, Senior Scientist II Analytical Chemist/Biochemist works out of our Abbott Park, IL location in the Core Lab Biomolecular group.Our diagnostic solutions are used in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics around the globe. The crucial information derived from our tests, instruments, and informatics systems is often the first step in patient care decision-making for hundreds of health conditions from heart attacks to blood disorders to infectious diseases and cancers. What You’ll Work OnThis is a senior-level laboratory scientist role for someone experienced in testing and analyzing protein-based biological products. The job involves running experiments, solving technical problems, analyzing data, collaborating with product development teams, and helping ensure biological products perform as expected. The person hired will help with the design and execution of bioanalytical experiments toward characterization of biologic reagents used in clinical product formulations.In addition:Run laboratory tests and experiments on proteins and other biological materials.Use a variety of scientific tools and techniques to measure how these materials perform and behave.Develop, improve, and troubleshoot testing methods when issues arise.Work closely with scientists and other teams involved in creating new products.Analyze test results, identify trends or problems, and recommend next steps.Clearly explain findings through reports, presentations, and discussions.Keep accurate and organized records of all laboratory work. Work independently and manage multiple experiments at the same time.Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Ability to interpret scientific data and communicate results clearly.Ability to adapt to changing priorities and collaborate across different departments.Required QualificationsA Ph.D. in a biology or chemistry-related field, or A Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related science field with at least 6 years of relevant experience.Hands-on experience performing laboratory tests on proteins and other biological molecules.Experience developing, improving, or troubleshooting lab testing methods and equipment.Strong understanding of laboratory procedures and scientific data analysis.Preferred QualificationsProven experience with standard bioanalytical methods used to characterize protein biomolecules is required.Past demonstration of an ability to develop or optimize analytical methods to new applications and troubleshoot instrumentation or method problems when they occur is also a requirement.Knowledge of characterization of test method APCs, as well as execution of analytical methods under established operating procedures would benefit the candidate’s integration into expected work activities.Experience with biologics structure-to-function analysis and analytical techniques applied in enzymology would also be beneficial.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: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.Connect with us at abbott.com, on LinkedIn at , and on Facebook at .The base pay for this position is $86,700.00 – $173,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.Skillslaboratory testingprotein analysisbioanalytical methodsscientific data analysislaboratory equipment troubleshootingmethod developmentanalytical method optimizationprotein biomolecule characterizationenzymology techniquesstructure-to-function analysisapcs characterizationscientific reportingcross-functional collaborationproblem solvingreport writingpresentation skillsindependent experimentationlaboratory recordkeeping