Forensic Scientist I, Extraction

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, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

PLEASE NOTE: This is not an active open requisition. We are building a candidate slate for a future opening.

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. Our rapid diagnostics solutions are helping address some of the world's greatest healthcare challenges.

Working at Abbott

At 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
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• 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 around the world 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 diverse, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

The position of Scientist I- Extraction within Toxicology is located at Gretna, LA at Alere Toxicology Services. In this role, the individual will be responsible for preparation, extraction, and sample vial preparation of samples for GC/MS and LC-MS/MS confirmation following the SAMHSA mandatory guidelines and those of other regulatory organizations for all non-negative test results. This job also requires the individual to perform QC duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform extraction of regulated specimens that fall under SAMHSA regulations and are subject to interviews during NLCP inspection and/or audits
• Preparation and extraction of samples for GC/MS and LC-MS/MS confirmation
• Operation of the lab equipment necessary to perform extractions
• Prepare validation samples for new controls, calibrators, and reagents.
• Storage of supplies
• Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring the confidentiality of donor information
• Must comply with company policies
• If the employee has worked in a laboratory for >6 years and has a bachelor's degree in science (>4 years with a master's degree), the individual may qualify as a supervisor.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION:

• High school education
• BS degree in science or equivalent related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

COMPETENCIES:

• Advanced ability to understand analytical techniques and procedures
• Advanced ability to understand laboratory instrumentation
• Ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FUDT, and other regulatory bodies
• Advanced ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems
• Advanced ability to communicate with clients and MROs on drug metabolism

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and/or move 25 pounds
• Ability to have full-body movement
• Must have vision and hearing corrected to meet minimum acceptable norms

MENTAL/REASONING REQUIREMENTS:

• Math and reasoning ability to develop and communicate laboratory procedures and reports
• Ability to cope with stress due to production obligations
• Ability to read and comprehend the SOP, Federal (49 CFR Part 40), and CAP-FUDT guidelines
• Ability to communicate with other employees and supervisors
• Ability to provide input and recommendations on operations

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Climate-controlled office and testing laboratory environment
• May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

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 www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The salary for this role is between:

N/A

JOB FAMILY:

Operations Quality

DIVISION:

LOCATION:

United States > Gretna : 1111 Newton Street

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

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