Recruiter - Clinical Lab Operations

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, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. Youll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity We currently have an opportunity for a Recruiter (known internally as Talent Acquisition Specialist), based in Madison, WI within our Cancer Diagnostics division. This division was established through Abbott's acquisition of Exact Sciences in March 2026, bringing together Abbott's global diagnostics infrastructure with Exact Sciences' cancer screening expertise to advance early cancer detection and improve patient outcomes. This individual will own full life-cycle recruiting sourcing, hiring leader consultation, interviews, and offers partnering closely with leaders and HR Business Partners to anticipate hiring needs and build proactive, cost-effective sourcing strategies. This role supports our clinical lab operations, one of the highest-volume, highest-impact areas of our business. You'll be recruiting the teams that keep cancer screening tests moving and helping hire talent that directly enables faster answers for patients. It's fast-paced work suited to someone who thrives on managing a high volume of requisitions without losing precision or candidate experience. What Youll Work On Collaborates with management to define roles and required qualifications. Crafts and executes strategies to attract top talent and effectively communicates the companys value proposition. Utilizes various sourcing channels, including digital platforms and community networks, to find candidates. Evaluates candidates for role suitability and cultural fit based on comprehensive criteria. Manages the interview process, collaborates with the team for assessments, and ensures candidates fulfill role prerequisites. Formulates and negotiates attractive job offers. Fosters strong relationships with all stakeholders and delivers exceptional service. Keeps management updated throughout the recruitment cycle. Innovates sourcing and evaluation methods to build a diverse candidate pool. Ensures accurate record-keeping within the applicant tracking system. Oversees relationships with external partners for specialized recruitment needs. Aims to enhance recruitment metrics and stakeholder satisfaction. Represents the company at recruitment events. Supports company and regulatory standards, including QMS and EMS compliance. Engages in effective communication and teamwork across the organization. Analyzes HR data to inform decision-making and recruitment strategies. Undertakes recruitment projects and additional tasks as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience Minimum professional experience: 2+ years agency or in-house TA experience Full-cycle recruitment experience of filling entry level to mid-level roles Proven track record of delivering significant candidate pools in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Expertise in creating targeted job postings and leveraging social networks to attract and develop candidates up to the point of offer acceptance. Preferred Qualifications Functional experience: Full-cycle recruitment experience in healthcare or in adjacent industries and across main functions: commercial, manufacturing, scientific, and corporate function Strong technical aptitude, data analysis and storytelling skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 $122,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Recruiting DIVISION: ONCO Cancer Diagnostics LOCATION: United States > Madison : 1 Exact Lane ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Work in noisy environment Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter