Analytical Laboratory Supervisor R&D - Nutrition - Columbus, OH at Abbott Laboratories

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Analytical Laboratory Supervisor

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 nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Working at Abbott

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 will also have access to:

• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, large free employee onsite gym with trainer led courses available Mon-Fri. Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits start day 1.
• Vacation – 3 weeks accrued vacation (1st yr. is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match of 5%
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting or paying off 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities.

The Opportunity

Our location in Columbus, OH currently has an opportunity for an Analytical Laboratory Supervisor with experience in analytical test methods for nutrients in foods/food products.  In Research & Development, our ambition is providing innovative high-quality products, creating sustainable value, delivering superior user experience, and enhancing health outcomes at all stages of life. 

Primary Job Function

Serves as supervisor of routine R&D testing laboratory for Physical Stability in ingredients and nutritional product samples as prescribed by validated methods and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Accountable for producing high-quality results and achieving quality standards while operating within constraints of company policies and safety guidelines. Responsible for managing all aspects of day-to-day laboratory operations, including direct supervision and training of lab analysts, reviewing and authorizing test results, and assisting with instrument qualification, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Works closely with Product Development to support basic scientific research, new ingredient technologies and product formulations with minimal guidance from manager/supervisor. Also, supports test-method experts on method development and validation projects. May also lead ad hoc R&D projects like validation optimization, SOP updates, etc.  

What You’ll Work On

• Oversees all aspects of routine R&D testing of physical stability in ingredients and nutritional products. 

• Supervises small team of laboratory analysts and reviews their work.

• Operates and provides maintenance on various analytical instruments, including but not limited to rheology, particle size, pH, headspace oxygen, and osmometry. 

• Trains laboratory analysts and maintains training records and documentation.

• Conducts investigations into method deviations and out-of-specifications results. 

• Ensures compliance, overall data integrity, and adherence to SOPs and safety requirements.

• Documents accuracy, quality, and timeliness of experimental results 

• Participates in routine laboratory maintenance, safety, and GMP implementation as appropriate.

• Coordinates method research under the guidance of a subject matter expert, project coordinator, or R&D manager 

• Partners with product developers for testing novel samples and provides clear communications when atypical results occur.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, YOU’LL BRING  

Required:

• BS in chemistry, analytical chemistry, or related field with at least 5 years of experience in research or industry laboratory. 

Skills/Competencies

• Understanding of physical stability and hands-on experience with analytical test methods for physical stability preferred 

• Strong understanding of analytical sciences  

• Ability to setup, validate, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instruments, including but not limited to rheology, particle size, pH, headspace oxygen, and osmometry. 

• Ability to supervise technical personnel and manage their performance and development.

• Experience operating and performing maintenance on analytical instrumentation.

• Experience with Sample Manager (LIMS) preferred. 

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems, particularly out-of-specification results. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing technical reports and test method documents.

• Experience following standard operating procedures in GMP environment.

• Good understanding of relationship between product specifications and test method accuracy and precision preferred.

• Ability to work well with others by sharing laboratory equipment and space. 

• Ability to summarize data and analyze results; formulate conclusions and review progress with manager.

• Ability to balance multiple priorities with minimal supervision. 

• Strong drive for results 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite  

MISC:

• This is an onsite role.
• There is no relocation assistance for this role

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* 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.

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The base pay for this position is $64,000.00 – $128,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.