R&D Technician II

Title: R&D Technician II

Location: Plymouth, MN

Duration: 12 Months

100% Onsite

Job Description

The R&D Technician will support laboratory and product development activities for medical technologies through the execution of experimental studies and generation of high-quality scientific data.

Responsibilities include planning and conducting experiments, operating and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, preparing test samples, collecting data with a high degree of accuracy and repeatability, analyzing results, and preparing technical reports, study plans, and other documentation. The role also supports device characterization, verification testing, process development activities, and maintenance of laboratory organization and equipment readiness.

The ideal candidate is scientifically minded, detail-oriented, and motivated by hands-on laboratory work. They possess strong critical thinking and analytical skills, are capable of quickly learning new experimental methods, and are committed to generating reliable, reproducible, and well-documented results.

This individual must work effectively both independently and collaboratively, partnering closely with technicians, engineers, and scientists on data collection and testing activities. We are seeking a team-oriented professional who is dependable, proactive, pleasant to work with, and committed to maintaining a positive and productive laboratory environment.

Education and/ or Experience Requirements

• Preferred experience in a laboratory, R&D, testing, medical device, biotechnology, manufacturing, or other related technical environment.
• Must be easy to work with and willing to work in a team environment.
• Preferred Associate's degree, bachelor’s degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated experience executing experiments, collecting and documenting data, and operating laboratory or test equipment.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret experimental results and generate reliable, high-quality data.
• Experience analyzing data and preparing technical reports, study documentation, or protocols is preferred.
• Ability to quickly learn new experimental methods and work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to producing accurate, reproducible, and well-documented results.

Mandatory skill:

• Hands-on laboratory testing and experimental execution.
• Ability to collect, document, and organize experimental data with a high degree of accuracy, precision, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret results and identify trends, observations, and potential issues.
• Experience operating laboratory or test equipment and following established procedures, protocols, and SOPs.
• Ability to generate reliable, reproducible, and well-documented experimental results.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to learn new techniques, methods, and technologies quickly.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills, scientific curiosity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

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, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.