Abbott Flashcards
What do you know about Abbott?
In 1937, Abbott established a presence in London, and started producing in the UK
Strives to make the world a better place by creating life changing technologies for people who will benefit from it the most
Abbott has become a world leading name in the medical field that develops healthcare solutions to help manage the health of patients through a variety of methods including from a nutritious and diagnostic perspective, aiding in the management of diabetes, as well as innovations in the treatment of vascular diseases
The Abbott centre in Witney is the centre in which diabetes care products are made. This centre designs, develops and manufactures glucose monitoring systems and test strips that can be used in a care setting and at home
Why do you want to work at Abbott?
Abbott is a company that creates and develops a variety of essential health care products that supports the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases
This is a company that would help me grow and develop myself through comprehensive learning, and you also offer a wide range of quality training and development programs
By working here this would be a place where I will continually learn and develop skills as I would immerse myself in challenging, but yet interesting tasks and work collaboratively with others to attain the common goal
Why should we choose you?
I have a great passion for this role, I’m a fast learner which make means i am able to contribute within a short amount of time
I’m a great listener and communicator
I work well both individually and as part of a team which I’ve done so in the past in university and in employ
I have experience in working in a fast paced environment. I can work well under pressure to a high standard.
I have excellent attention to detail skills which I have developed through both employment and in my undergraduate studies
I have great work ethic and with a willingness to develop and undergo further training
I am someone who is always willing to learn and a hard worker. I’m also passionate about research and scientific based investigations and making a difference in the work I undertake. The idea of making a difference and helping others makes me feel content. From a young age I have always had a passion for science and I want to work as a laboratory analyst because I believe with the skills I have developed during my employment and undergraduate studies I would excel in this role
About me
I completed my undergraduate studies in biomedical science, attaining a first class result and subsequent to graduation, my ambition is to enter a role within the healthcare industry, in which I’m looking for a role that will enable me to develop and enhance my skills.
Over the course of my undergraduate studies, I spent an extensive amount of time working within the lab, where I was provided with the opportunity to develop and enhance new skills. My experience has prepared me to succeed in this field of work, from preparing and testing specimens and maintaining detailed notes to managing laboratory equipment and tools and adhering to safety regulations.
How do you ensure accuracy and precision of results in a lab
To ensure accuracy and precision, you need to follow strict protocols and adhere to good laboratory practice
Firstly, make sure all the equipment is calibrated and maintained regularly according to the manufacturers guidelines—>This helps minimise errors due to improper functioning instruments or faulty of instruments.
Maintain detailed records of my work, including any deviations from the protocol—>This allows me to identify any potential sources of error and address them accordingly.
Collaborating with colleagues—>By regularly discussing findings with peers and seeking their input can help identify any discrepancies and improve the overall quality of data.
What makes a team successful?
Depends on the personality of each team member and on the leadership skills of the leader
A successful team consist of mutual respect, common and aligned goals, open line of communication and patience
Example of team work—> 2nd yr devise protocol based on designing primers to amplify strains of coronavirus
I have worked as part of a team in a variety of settings. In a laboratory setting, I conducted multiple projects with others which involve all of us performing tasks individually and collaboratively to reach the final outcome. In an employment setting, this has been developed by reaching company targets and working together to ensure customer satisfaction.
What experience do you have working in a laboratory?
I have experience of working in a laboratory environment for 3 years which I gained during my undergraduate studies. I have experience working with a variety of laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, spectrophotometers, and microscopes. I am familiar with a variety of laboratory procedures, including cell culture, DNA extraction, and protein purification. I have also worked with a variety of software programs used in laboratories, including Microsoft Excel and BLAST (for primer design)
What is your experience with quality control procedures?
I am familiar with various methods of quality control, including testing for accuracy and precision, and using statistical methods to assess data quality.
Third year clinical biochemistry module —> students were required to have a good understanding of how quality control operates and the importance of validating analytical methods when evaluating clinical testing methods as part of one our written assessments on the testing methods on cardiac troponins.
How well do you handle working under pressure?
I am very comfortable working under pressure and usually thrive in high-pressure situations. I am able to stay calm and focused even when things are moving quickly or there is a lot of pressure on me to perform. I have developed strong time management and organizational skills that allow me to work efficiently and effectively even when there is a lot of pressure.
How would you go about solving a problem with an unknown solution?
The first step is to clearly define the problem and identify the goals.
gather information and data related to the problem. This step is important in order to generate possible solutions.
brainstorm possible solutions.
evaluate each solution and select the most feasible option.
implement the selected solution and monitor the results.
Qualitative analysis
Qualitative analysis focuses on identifying the presence or absence of specific substances in a sample, without necessarily determining their exact amounts.
used to determine the composition of unknown samples or to confirm the presence of certain elements or compounds.
Techniques commonly employed for qualitative analysis include chromatography, spectroscopy, and visual observations.
Quantitative analysis
quantitative analysis aims to measure the precise concentration or amount of a substance within a sample.
It provides numerical data that can be used for comparison, statistical analysis, and quality control purposes.
Common techniques for quantitative analysis include titration, gravimetric analysis, and spectrophotometry.
Working with harmful/hazardous materials
make sure to wear appropriate PPE, such as gloves, goggles, and lab coats.
use fume hoods or other containment devices when necessary to minimize exposure to harmful vapors or airborne particles.
Proper storage and disposal of these materials are also essential to maintain a safe work environment.
I am diligent about segregating incompatible chemicals and disposing of waste according to established protocols.
This careful approach helps me protect both myself and my colleagues while ensuring accurate results in our analyses.
Chromatography
It’s an analytical technique commonly used for separating a mixture of chemical substances into its individual components, so that the individual components can be thoroughly analyzed.
HPLC
High performance liquid chromatography
The separation principle is based on the distribution of sample compounds between a mobile phase (from the pump) and a stationary phase (in a column). When passing through the column, compound groups interact differently with the stationary phase and are retained depending on chemical properties, hence, separation takes place
A pump delivers the mobile phase through a column packed with a stationary phase. An autosampler injects the sample onto the column. The stationary phase separates the sample compounds or analytes. A detector measures the analytes after separation and elution from the column.
