About the role

At Abbott, we are committed to helping people live healthier lives through high‑quality, reliable medicines. We are looking for a Senior Scientist to join our chemical team in Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) team at our Weesp site in the Netherlands.

In this role, you will act as a technical subject matter expert supporting established pharmaceutical products across their lifecycle. You will work closely with manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and external partners to ensure robust processes, compliant operations, and continuous improvement.

This position offers a high level of scientific autonomy and the opportunity to influence manufacturing strategies for products supplied globally.

What you’ll do

Provide expert technical support to resolve manufacturing and analytical issues for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)Design, execute, and interpret laboratory and plant‑scale experiments to improve process performance, yields, cost efficiency, and product qualitySupport process scale‑up from laboratory or pilot scale to commercial manufacturingActively contribute to cross‑functional teams during development, tech transfer, commercial launch, and troubleshooting activitiesPrepare, review, and approve high‑quality technical documentation supporting manufacturing, quality investigations, and regulatory submissionsCollaborate with and oversee external partners such as Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and third‑party manufacturersRepresent MS&T as a scientific expert in product support and manufacturing workstreamsMentor and support the development of junior scientists and share knowledge across teamsEnsure compliance with GMP, safety standards, and global regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, ICH)

What you’ll bring

A scientific degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline with a preference for organic chemistry:Bachelor’s degree with 5–8 years of relevant experience, orMaster’s degree with 3–6 years of experience, orPhD / PharmD with 1–3 years of experienceStrong experience in chemical manufacturing, process development, MS&T, or analytical sciencesSolid understanding of cGMP environments and CMC requirementsProven ability to independently solve complex technical problemsExperience with process optimization, scale‑up, and technology transferStrong scientific writing skills and the ability to communicate complex data clearlyA collaborative, proactive mindset and the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional and international teamsFluency in English (written and spoken)

Why Abbott

Make a real impact by supporting established medicines used by patients worldwideWork in a scientifically challenging role with a high degree of autonomyBe part of a collaborative, international environment at the Weesp manufacturing siteOpportunities for professional growth, learning, and cross‑site collaborationCompetitive compensation and benefits in line with the Dutch market

About the location

Abbott’s Weesp site is a key manufacturing and technical hub in the Netherlands, supporting global supply of pharmaceutical products. The site offers a collaborative working culture, strong scientific expertise, and close interaction between MS&T, Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Abbott is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to gender, age, nationality, disability, or any other protected characteristic.