Senior Research Director for Molecular Diagnostics

1 week ago


Scarborough, Maine, United States Abbott Laboratories company Full time

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader dedicated to helping people live more fully at all stages of life. With a portfolio of innovative technologies spanning diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and pharmaceuticals, our company has a significant presence in over 160 countries worldwide.

Career Opportunities with Abbott

We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where employees can grow and develop their careers. As a leading employer, we offer a range of benefits, including competitive salaries, comprehensive health insurance, retirement savings plans, and opportunities for career advancement.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Director for Molecular Diagnostics to join our team in Scarborough, ME. This is a critical role that will lead strategic technical projects, acting as a team leader and investigator. The successful candidate will have expertise in statistical data analysis, project management, and molecular diagnostics, with a strong scientific background and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, execute, and lead experiments to investigate on-market product performance issues and investigations.
  • Lead design changes, from design input to specification setting, protocols/reports, and DMR updates.
  • Support technical resolution and review of vendor change notifications and qualification of alternate vendors.
  • Lead CAPA root cause investigations using standard investigational techniques, action implementation, and effectiveness checks.
  • Play a leading role in audit preparedness and support activities.
  • Travel to other manufacturing sites and vendor factories for design reviews and inspections.

Requirements

  • PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related technical field.
  • 6+ years in the Biotechnology industry with a focus on operations/design change control, research and development, and process design and development.
  • Expertise in statistical data analysis, JMP, SPC, and DOE methodology.
  • Proven track record of technical project management/oversight.
  • Ability to lead strategic projects over a multi-year time span.
  • Desire to direct a team to complete technical tasks.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary range of $95,000.00 - $190,000.00, depending on location and experience. Additionally, we provide a range of benefits, including:

  • A comprehensive health insurance plan.
  • A retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
  • Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit.
  • 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.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to take your career to the next level, please submit your application for this exciting opportunity.



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