Project Support - Laboratory

Title: Project Support - Laboratory

Location: South Portland, ME

Duration: 3 Month

Description:

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.

The position of Molecular Technical Product Support (TPS) Intern is within our Infectious Disease Developed Markets Business Unit located in Scarborough, Maine. This role will be responsible for executing and conducting experiments; may develop or recommend experiments for investigations or change control projects (GMI/design change/process improvements). Writing/witnessing laboratory reports and performing data analysis.

This job description will be reviewed periodically and is subject to change by management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in conjunction with Sr. Scientists to develop a stability program for product lines and conduct stability testing.
• Assist with the execution of verification of supplier changes for product components through laboratory experiments and document change control.
• Execute laboratory experiments in support of investigations, design changes, and process improvements.
• Perform data analysis using established statistical techniques.
• Write and witness laboratory reports and technical documentation in compliance with GDP requirements.
• Support execution of Design of Experiments (DOEs) under guidance.
• Participate in general laboratory activities under BSL‑1 and BSL‑2 conditions, including work with potentially infectious materials.
• Presents technical content to peers and/or management.
• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation and effectiveness of applicable Quality Processes as per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
• 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.
• Responsibility to understand and maintain awareness of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job.
• Support department by performing related tasks as requested.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION:

• Enrollment in a college level Life Science Degree Program (Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related technical field).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Laboratory coursework including the use of micro-pipettors.
• •Basic statistical understanding (t-test, etc).

COMPETENCIES:

General Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrates the ability to dissect a situation, issue, or problem into smaller components or trace its implications methodically.
• Quality Assurance/Attention to Detail: Demonstrates thoroughness in all job areas, ensuring processes and tasks are accurately checked and followed up on promptly. Strives for logical, clear, and well-executed outcomes.
• Safety: Demonstrates the ability to conduct oneself in a safe and discerning manner. Utilizes the skills, knowledge, and behaviors to perform tasks while contributing to a safe and productive working environment.
• Time Management: Demonstrated the ability to effectively plan and determine how much time to spend on specific activities, projects, and tasks to maximize productivity and achieve goals.

Technical Competencies:

• Biological Laboratory Skills: Proficient in pipetting (micro/repeater), graduated cylinder, scales (table/floor), nanodrop, pH/conductivity meter, incubators, orbital shakers, Milli-Q, etc.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

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, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.