Chemist I

Title: Chemist I

Location: Pomona, California

Duration: 12 Month (100% onsite)

Job Description

We are seeking an entry-level Chemist I to join our Bulk Reagent Formulation team within the manufacturing division. This role is ideal for recent graduates with academic lab experience and a strong foundation in chemistry. The Chemist I will be responsible for preparing reagents, testing antibodies and antigens, and supporting quality processes in a GMP-regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare reagents for ELISA, calibrators, and controls.
• Purify antibodies and test various biomolecules.
• Perform standard wet bench techniques (e.g., titrations, pH measurements).
• Interact and collaborate with Quality Control and Quality Assurance teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation including batch records and SOPs.
• Support compliance with GMP standards and internal protocols.
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 1–2 years of laboratory experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related science field (fresh graduates welcome).
• Familiarity with laboratory instruments and techniques, including pH meters, titrations, and general wet chemistry.
• Basic understanding of analytical methods and documentation standards.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing or medical device environment.
• Prior exposure to GMP practices and quality systems.
• Demonstrated leadership and strong written documentation skills.
  
  

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (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, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)
  
  

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, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.