About the Role We are looking for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead and scale the operational execution of ABC’s strategy, technology, and scientific capabilities. This is a mission-critical executive role responsible for building, owning, and continuously improving the company’s operating model as we scale across Europe, the U.S., and other global markets. The COO will ensure that ABC operates with reliability, clarity, and speed—supporting rapid growth in a regulated, data-intensive diagnostics environment while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be based in Stockholm and will report directly to the CEO. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Scaling * Own end-to-end day-to-day operations across R&D, engineering, product, laboratory operations, design, customer operations, and commercial delivery. * Design and evolve a scalable operating model that supports rapid growth and international expansion. Execution, Planning & Delivery * Translate company strategy into clear operational plans with defined ownership, milestones, and measurable outcomes. * Drive prioritisation, accountability, and consistent execution across teams. Systems, Processes & Governance * Design and implement systems, workflows, and governance structures that support quality, speed, and reliability. * Establish repeatable and auditable processes suitable for scaling to high volumes and multi-site operations. Cross-Functional Collaboration * Ensure strong alignment between scientific, technical, clinical, regulatory, and commercial teams. * Identify and resolve dependencies and operational risks while fostering a culture of collaboration and trust. Global Expansion * Lead the operational setup of new geographies, including the U.S., covering regulatory structures, licensing, logistics, laboratory operations, staffing, compliance, and technology deployment. Risk, Quality & Compliance * Partner with quality, legal, and data governance functions to ensure compliance with applicable regulations across laboratory operations, clinical workflows, and data environments. People, Structure & Culture * Build, mentor, and scale operational leadership teams. * Foster a culture of ownership, clarity, and high performance. Strategic Programs * Lead cross-company initiatives such as enterprise customer deployments, automation programs, technology rollouts, and operational readiness for new products. About You You bring senior operational leadership experience and are comfortable working in complex, regulated, and fast-scaling environments. We believe you have: * Experience in senior operational roles (e.g. COO, VP Operations, General Manager, or similar). * Experience scaling operations across multiple geographies; experience with U.S. operations is an advantage. * Ability to operate at the intersection of technology, science, operations, and regulation. * Strong systems thinking and the ability to design structure while maintaining organisational agility. * A delivery-focused mindset and comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-moving environments. * Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills across diverse, multidisciplinary teams. * A hands-on leadership approach with the ability to move between strategic and operational levels. The practical stuff * Location: Stockholm * Reporting to: CEO * Compensation: Market-based compensation and benefits * Vacation: 30 days annual leave * Work authorization: A valid EU work permit is required. Applicants who are not EU citizens must be able to provide current and valid work-permit documentation. Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic under EU or local law. Data Protection Notice By applying for this role, you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with applicable data-protection laws (including GDPR) and our recruitment privacy policy.
ABC Labs is looking for exceptional collectors for drug- and alcohol testing. ABC Labs is a technology-native care provider, diagnostics lab, biobank, and research organization. Creating unified, exponentially improving, public health products. We are innovating at the frontier of diagnostics by combining software, robotics, data science, medical consultation, lab automation, and operational excellence to create end-to-end products that span the entire spectrum of user needs - and become exponentially more efficient over time. Founded as an impact project during the pandemic, ABC grew into Sweden’s largest COVID-19 testing lab, conducting up to 28% of national testing under public health contracts exceeding $180 million. Our R&D efforts have led to three national screening programs and nine publications. We are now applying this infrastructure to a new frontier: substance abuse testing at workplaces - a complex, highly regulated, and fragmented value chain growing at >10% CAGR across Europe and the U.S., and in urgent need of scalable, intelligent solutions. Mission As an ABC Collector, you are responsible for collecting and handling samples in line with established procedures, with a focus on quality, accuracy and consideration for each tested individual. Collections are conducted digitally through remote supervision, but may also take place on-site at client locations and occasionally in our own facilities. All collections are documented digitally in our system. You work independently or in teams, following procedures for handling, registration, and incident/deviation reporting - ensuring a professional experience for every client and individual. Areas of responsibility → Conduct digital and physical drug and alcohol testing according to ABC Labs’ protocols. → Ensure accurate documentation and chain-of-custody in compliance with guidelines. → Demonstrate integrity by maintaining confidentiality and representing ABC’s standards in every interaction. → Communicate effectively with clients, team members, and support functions. → Participate in ongoing training and internal certification programs. Ideal Profile/Criteria → Experience from healthcare, laboratory, or care-related environments (e.g. nurse, biomedical analyst/BMA, assistant nurse, or similar operational settings) is considered a strong plus. Formal healthcare education is not a strict requirement — equivalent hands-on experience from similar environments is also highly valued. → Problem solving mindset — able to adapt to changing conditions and solve logistical or operational challenges. → Strong computer literacy — confident in using digital tools, documentation systems, and remote communication platforms. → Service-oriented — represents ABC’s professional standard in interactions with clients, patients, and partners. → Fluent in Swedish and English, written and spoken. → Ideally a driver’s license (B) and willingness to occasionally travel for on-site assignments. The Practical Stuff Location: Remote (some travel may be required) Working hours: Assignments may occasionally occur during early mornings, evenings, or weekends, depending on client scheduling needs. Flexibility and availability for irregular hours are essential parts of the role. Reporting to: Collector Ops Lead Employment terms: Hourly employment, or >50% part-time monthly. Requirements: Valid EU work permit required (non-EU citizens must present current visa/permit status) We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds
ABC Labs is looking for an exceptional Head of Payer Partnerships & Growth ABC Labs is a technology-native care provider, diagnostics lab, biobank, and research organisation. Creating unified, exponentially improving, public health products We are innovating at the frontier of diagnostics by combining software, robotics, data science, medical consultation, lab automation, and operational excellence to create end-to-end products that span the entire spectrum of user needs - and become exponentially more efficient over time. Founded as an impact project during the pandemic, ABC grew into Sweden’s largest COVID-19 testing lab, conducting up to 28% of national testing under public health contracts exceeding $180 million. Our R&D efforts have led to three national screening programs and nine publications. We are now applying this infrastructure to a new frontier: substance abuse testing at workplaces - a complex, highly regulated, and fragmented value chain growing at >10% CAGR across Europe and the U.S., and in urgent need of scalable, intelligent solutions. Mission Drive ABC’s global growth by aligning our drug testing platform and future health-risk products with payors whose core business depends on reducing operational and accident risk from substance use. You will define the structures, partnerships, and evidence that make ABC’s drug testing platform the inevitable choice in risk underwriting, policy design, and claims management. What you’ll do --> Identify and build partnerships with insurers, reinsurers, and risk pools in industries most exposed to substance-use-related risk (shipping, aviation, logistics, offshore energy, construction, public sector). --> Embed ABC’s solutions into policy structures and risk models - from premiums to compliance frameworks. --> Frame and validate clear value propositions: --> Standardised results across global sites --> Faster results at lower administrative cost -->Real-time tracking and predictive analytics --> Co-create studies and products with insurers to generate the data they lack and establish ABC as the reference in policy design. --> Scale adoption with blue-chip brands and regulators until ABC is recognised as the industry standard. You are --> Experienced in insurance, reinsurance, or large-scale employer health economics. --> Skilled at bridging actuarial logic, policy design, and commercial growth. --> Capable of negotiating at the C-suite and board level of global insurers and multinationals. --> Entrepreneurial and data-fluent, excited to help make ABC’s platform the backbone of global workforce safety. The Practical Stuff Based in Stockholm (some travel may be required) You’ll report directly to the CEO Market-based compensation, 30 days vacation, and benefits Valid EU work permit required (non-EU citizens must present current visa/permit status) We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds
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