• Job Description

  Req#: 31070039

  JOB DESCRIPTION:

  Abbott Internship Programmes allow you to build your own path using the growth opportunities and tools offered, that is why Abbott were voted #1 Global Internship in the HappyTrainees ChooseMyCompany Index. As a global company, where you start doesn’t have to be where you stay. Apply to our Internship programs today; pursue the career that you want and do work that matters.
  

  ADC have an exciting opportunity for six Student Scientists to join our Research & Development team for an approximately 12-month internship (starting middle of July 2024) at our site in Witney, Oxfordshire.

  Abbott Diabetes Care (ADC) is part of the Medical Devices division. Here at ADC, we design, develop, and manufacture leading-edge blood glucose monitoring technology, including our revolutionary Freestyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System, which is used by patients and healthcare professionals for the day-to-day management of diabetes.

  Our R&D Department has several ongoing projects, and whilst on placement students will be integrated into one of the teams to support existing and upcoming work. Day to day activities will depend on the nature of the project and team assigned, but typically include prototype fabrication, experimental trials, investigations and testing, data analysis and result interpretation, problem solving, report writing and presentation of the results.

  The role also involves regular interactions with other departments including Statistics, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs. Experimental work may involve handling venous and capillary blood samples. To fulfil job requirements, full training, as well as full Health and Safety training in accordance with company policy will be provided.

  The ideal candidate will be a proactive, well organised individual studying for a biotechnology or a physical or life sciences focused degree, with an interest in diabetes, biosensors, electrochemistry, and materials science . This role would suit a person with good communication skills who enjoys working on a variety of different projects simultaneously.

  At our Centre of Excellence site in Witney we also support our employees to live life to the fullest – whether it’s joining our Schools program, or supporting Wellness, Charity or STEM teams, there is plenty going for you to engage with as and when you wish.

  To apply , submit your CV (which must include your first-year grades broken down by module) and cover letter as one consolidated document.

  Note: Our application system is only able to accept a single document, should you submit these documents separately your application cannot be progressed. I nterviews will be conducted in mid-January 2024.

  By submitting your application, you consent for your details to be shared with Randstad, our Third-Party Labour supplier, who are working on behalf of Abbott on this position.

  For University courses requiring submissions, for example reports, the intent of NDA agreement with yourselves and your universities will be sought before interview , please discuss this with your supervisors before submitting your application .

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  Placement Students Say:

  “As someone who is passionate about working for a cause and making a real difference, completing a placement at Abbott Diabetes Care as an R&D Student Scientist has allowed to me flourish and continue working towards this ambition. Every project I lead and the people I work with embody this core value and the expert, professional and informative environment that I work in pushes me to me the best version of myself. The wide range of experiences I have received has given me the valuable skills I need to further my career, and I have had a fantastic time as well!”

  “As an R&D Student Scientist at ADC I have been given a true taste of what industry has to offer! You will be involved in projects from beginning to end - improving skills from protocol writing to data analysis. There are many opportunities to be involved in areas which interest you, developing your personal skills along the way. Abbott encourages you to be the best you can be, and I have gained invaluable experience during my time with Abbott.”

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  The base pay for this position is

  N/A

  In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

  JOB FAMILY:

  Administrative Support

  DIVISION:

  ADC Diabetes Care

  LOCATION:

  United Kingdom > Witney : Range Road

  ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

  WORK SHIFT:

  Standard

  TRAVEL:

  No

  MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

  No

  SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

  Not Applicable

• About the company

  Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States.

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