- Experience
- Any
- Salary
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- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- B.S. in life science
- Eligibility
- Candidates with a bachelor's degree in life sciences and applicable laboratory coursework, along with entry-level or internship laboratory exposure, are suitable for consideration.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Role Overview
This is a 7-month contract opportunity based in Carlsbad, California, with the work performed fully onsite. The position supports research activities in a healthcare and laboratory setting.
About the Organization
Abbott is a worldwide healthcare company focused on helping people live more fully across every stage of life. Its portfolio includes technologies and products across diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic medicines.
This contingent role is supported through a partnership designed to connect Abbott with skilled talent for critical assignments.
Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in life sciences with laboratory coursework directly relevant to the responsibilities of the role.
- Prior exposure at the entry level or through an internship in a laboratory environment is an advantage.
- Experience with molecular biology methods such as PCR and DNA extraction is considered a plus.
- Ability to plan and carry out research activities with supervision.
- Capability to review, interpret, and document study results in an organized manner.
- Comfort with performing laboratory calculations.
- Experience handling reagent testing tasks.
- Basic computer proficiency, including word processing and spreadsheet tools.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with team members and cross-functional groups.
Additional Information
Consultants become eligible for benefits after the applicable waiting period. Available benefits include medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, a health savings account for high-deductible health plans, flexible spending accounts for 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 services, MetLife ID fraud protection, MetLife pet insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
Work Details
Location: Carlsbad, CA
Duration: 7 months
Work mode: 100% onsite