R&D Laboratory Coordinator

Company: Abbott
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Location: Witney
Job Description:

Overview

As R&D Laboratory Coordinator, you will lead the Sensor Test Laboratories and steer the R&D lab team to enable timely, compliant product testing and new project introductions. You will partner with cross-functional scientists and engineers to adapt to evolving sensor technologies and study designs. Your role focuses on efficient operations, quality, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced research environment. This is a chance to shape diabetes care innovation in a collaborative, global health leader.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salaries
  • defined contribution pension
  • private healthcare
  • life assurance
  • subsidized canteen
  • flexible benefits scheme

Responsibilities

  • Lead the R&D Sensor Test Laboratory Team with day-to-day direction
  • Coordinate daily operations and scheduling of the R&D Test Laboratories
  • Lead laboratory quality, compliance, and EHS initiatives
  • Ensure work adheres to approved SOPs and test protocols
  • Liaise with cross-functional groups to achieve objectives and resolve investigations
  • Collaborate with R&D project teams on business-critical studies
  • Provide detailed project information to the Laboratory Lead and technical functions
  • Review laboratory methods and processes for continuous improvement while maintaining standards
  • Act as SME for Sensor Laboratory equipment, procedures, and processes

Key requirements

  • Experience in a leadership role within a laboratory environment
  • Strong communication, organizational, and people management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration capabilities
  • Comfort delivering results in a dynamic setting
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Laboratory leadership and oversight
  • Quality, compliance, and EHS knowledge
  • Laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration

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Posted: October 17th, 2026