About Abbott
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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Abbott in Ireland
Abbott has maintained a strong presence in Ireland since 1946 and celebrates its 80th anniversary in the country in 2026. The company supports the Irish healthcare sector with a broad portfolio spanning diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. Today, Abbott employs more than 6,200 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
Abbott Ireland Diagnostic Division – Longford:
The Longford facility plays a key role in helping Abbott to meet the increasing global demand for diagnostic testing in areas such as infectious disease, cancer, thyroid, and cardiovascular diseases.
Longford is based in the midlands of Ireland surrounded by water with the River Shannon, Lough Ree and the Royal Canal. It has a vibrant collection of communities with a rich historical background. The County has plenty to offer to both visitors and citizens in sport, culture, literature, amenities, festivals, events, retail and dining.
Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company.
The role of Technical Support Scientist will involve the following:
Primary Function
- Support the plant in meeting its quality, service, regulatory, financial, and safety goals through effective technical support of diagnostic products.
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Provide technical expertise to the manufacturing team to ensure production targets are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
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Support the smooth transfer of new products from other Abbott sites into AIDD Longford in line with Q09 requirements.
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Assist in product development and improvement projects in compliance with Q04 requirements.
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Ensure compliance with manufacturing strategies related to Level III Complaint Investigations.
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Complete and document Technical Support investigations in accordance with site procedures.
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Design, manage, and validate process improvement projects.
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Work closely with manufacturing teams to identify, document, investigate, and resolve product non‑conformances in line with the site CAPA system.
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Participate in laboratory maintenance activities, including instrument calibration, waste disposal, and reagent ordering.
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Present technical information clearly to team members and management.
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Assist in training team members and technologists as required.
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Update and circulate statistical process control charts, highlighting any issues.
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Ensure safety standards are met and safe working practices are followed, recommending improvements where appropriate.
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Identify and implement cost‑saving opportunities that do not compromise product quality.
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Escalate potential risks to product quality or safety to the Scientific Services Manager or Technical Support Team Leader.
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Ensure compliance with internal quality systems, customer requirements, and regulatory expectations.
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Liaise with colleagues in Lake County, Dartford, Delkenheim, and Japan as required.
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Maintain GMP and GLP standards.
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Assist in preparing the annual departmental budget.
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Participate in the AIDD Longford Self‑Assessment process.
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Support periodic review of controlled documents in line with site procedures.
Education & Experience
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PhD in a relevant life science or chemistry discipline, such as Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Immunology, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a closely related field.
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Strong research background with demonstrated ability to design, execute, and interpret scientific experiments.
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