Abbott

Informatics Technical Support Specialist - AlinIQ IMS & BIS

United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical Diagnostics, InformaticsIndustries

Informatics Technical Service Specialist

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Remote, United Kingdom > Maidenhead

Job Family: Support Services

Division: CRLB Core Lab

Travel: Yes, 75% of the Time


Position Overview

Abbott is a global healthcare leader dedicated to creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We are constantly looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. This position is within the Core Diagnostics Division, which provides diagnostic solutions used in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics worldwide. The crucial information derived from our tests, instruments, and informatics systems is often the first step in patient care decision-making for hundreds of health conditions.

As the Informatics Technical Service Specialist, you will play a key role in driving the IT implementation for Abbott Diagnostics laboratory software solutions, delivering excellent technical professional service and training. You will work closely with regional/local sales teams and Informatics Sales colleagues to develop and profitably grow existing customer accounts.


Responsibilities

  • Ensure all IT implementation projects are delivered and executed as per the Statement of Work.
  • Assist in the preparation of Statement of Work documents, ensuring all relevant information is captured.
  • Specify appropriate hardware solutions for IT solutions and liaise with third-party IT hardware providers where appropriate.
  • Perform software-related installation and configuration processes.
  • Deliver structured software application product training to end-users.
  • Support post-sales IT activities and provide expert knowledge.
  • Support the procurement process by providing technical information.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Medical or Hospital Informatics, or related disciplines, OR relevant experience installing, configuring, and/or maintaining diagnostics laboratory informatics applications.

Required Experience:

  • Proven track record in Healthcare with an emphasis on customer-facing post-sales IT support.
  • Excellent IT functional expertise, IT product, and industry knowledge in Laboratory Medicine.
  • Willingness to travel frequently.

What We Offer

As expected from a global healthcare company, Abbott offers a fantastic range of benefits, including:

  • Competitive salaries
  • Superb defined contribution pension scheme
  • Private healthcare
  • Life assurance
  • Flexible benefits scheme

About Abbott

Working at Abbott means you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life.

Apply Now

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews.


Note: The base pay for this position is N/A. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Skills

IT implementation
software installation
software configuration
technical training
hardware specification
customer support
project management
technical documentation

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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