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At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life.You'llalso have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of

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An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

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For years, Abbott's medical device businesses have offered technologies that are faster, more effective, and less invasive. Whetherit'sglucose monitoring system, innovative therapies for treating heart disease, or products that help people with chronic pain or movement disorders, our medical device technologies are designed to help people live their lives better and healthier. Every day, our technologies help more than10,000 peoplehave healthier hearts, improve quality of life for thousands of people living with chronic pain and movement disorders, and liberate more than500,000 peoplewith diabetes from routinengersticks.

Job Description

As aSenior Biocompatibility Scientist II, you will play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety by supporting projects and programs related to the biocompatibility of medical devices and materials, including the impact of manufacturing processes.

You willrepresentthe Global Biocompatibility Group within Shared Services as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in biocompatibility.

This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to provide biocompatibility deliverables in compliance with global regulatory requirements, including but not limited to the ISO 10993 series of standards, ISO 14971, FDA Biocompatibility Guidance, and Regulation (EU) 2017/745.

You willleverageyour specialized knowledge of medical device biocompatibility throughout the product lifecycle and interpret regulatory requirements and guidance governing Class II and Class III devices.

You will apply biocompatibility requirements and develop evaluation strategies across product development and change management activities.

Additionally, you will critically review detailed scientific information,identifygaps, and assess project risks, recommending contingency plans and strategies to mitigate these risks.

This role is a senior individual contributor position and does not include direct people management responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct and document biocompatibility assessments, develop evaluation plans, and prepare reports in compliance with biological evaluation standards and FDA/ISO guidance documents within a risk-based framework.

• Evaluate design, manufacturing, and site changes, including evaluation of process equivalency and material equivalence, as well as regulatory impact.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support multiple projects requiring biocompatibility evaluation, ensuringtimelycompletion of tasks to meet project schedules.

• Analyze biocompatibility test results todeterminedata adequacy for biological effects; troubleshoot unexpected results using problem-solving skills and technical knowledge.

• Assistwith regulatory submissions and prepare responses to questions, nonconformances, and deficiencies from global authorities.

• Participate in design and risk review meetings to address device biological safety concerns.

• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of all applicable standards and industry requirements for biological safety, including monitoring updates, ongoing revisions, and upcoming changes to the ISO 10993 series, ISO 14971, FDA guidance, and other relevant regulations.

• Perform andassistwith gap assessments when standards, regulations, or guidance are updated toidentifypotential deficiencies inpreviousevaluationsrelativeto new requirements; recommend actions to ensure continued compliance and minimize business impact.

• Participate in the development and implementation of overall biological evaluation strategies in collaboration with colleagues in analytical chemistry, toxicology, and preclinical safety, as applicable.

• In addition to global regulations pertinent to biocompatibility,comply withAbbott policies, procedures, and quality system requirements.

• Prepare, edit, andfinalizebiological evaluation safety plans, test protocols, lab reports, evaluation reports, synopses, regulatory submission content, and related biocompatibility documents.

• Maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

Skills and Abilities Required:

Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive).

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels within the organization.

Strong technical writing skills, with experience in writing biological risk assessments for FDA and Notified Bodies preferred.

Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Ability to prioritize, complete deliverablesin a timely manner, and meet deadlines.

Strong organizational and follow-up skills, with attention to detail.

Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.

Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

Education and Experience Required:

• BachelorsDegree ( 16 years) biological or physical sciences, or mathematics ORMastersDegree ( 18 years) with 2 years of experience OR Doctorate Degree ( 19 years) with 2 years of experience.

• 7 + years of progressively responsible positions in a research development environment or PhD with 2 years of experience.

• Execution of practical lab skills with increasing complexity of knowledge with experience. Demonstrates knowledge of science and the ability to apply more complex and advanced principles and techniques with experience. Expert level (able to explain and teach) experimental approaches/protocols and scientific methods such as designing experiments and interpreting data. Knowledge/use of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics.

• Basic computer skills - able to learn new computer programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Molecular/Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Materials Science, Chemistry, Toxicology, or related discipline. Advanced degree (MS or PhD) preferred.

• 5+ years of industrial experience in Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, or Biotechnology fields withexpertisein biocompatibility, toxicology, and/or special process validation.

• A master's degree or PhD in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline may substitute for years of industry experience.

• Fundamental understanding or direct experience with ISO 10993 standards, biomaterials, toxicological risk assessment, extractable and leachable analysis, medical device manufacturing processes, and biocompatibility assessmentmethodology.

• Role level may be adjusted to Senior Biocompatibility Scientist II based on candidate qualifications.

What We Offer

At Abbott, you can havea good jobthat can grow intoa great career. We offer:

A fast-paced work environmentwhere your safety is our priority

Production areas that areclean,well-litand temperature-controlled

Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuitionassistance

Financial securitythrough competitive compensation,incentivesand retirement plans

Health care and well-being programsincluding medical, dental, vision,wellnessand occupational health programs

Paid time off

401(k)retirement savings with a generous company match

The stability of a companywith a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

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