Advanced Research Scientist

USA SOLVENTUM US LLC; Eagan (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

HSA

FSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Solventum is seeking an Advanced Research Scientist for Advanced Wound Care. The role focuses on applying microbiology, biochemistry and cell biology to support a portfolio of product development, evidence generation and technology evaluation projects.

You'll design and execute experiments, develop test methods, document results, and communicate findings to interdisciplinary teams. Hybrid work in Eagan, MN with up to 10% travel; $85,200-$117,150 annual target compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biochemistry, cell biology, or related science/engineering field.
• 6+ years in microbiology/biochemistry/cell biology in medical device or related setting (alternative path).
• Experience with GLP principles and accurate documentation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply microbiological, biochemical, and cell-based techniques across projects.
• Develop and optimize biological test methods for antimicrobial materials and wound healing tech.
• Document experiments with accurate records for claims and regulatory alignment.
• Design, execute, analyze, and report studies; communicate results to stakeholders.

Skills

Microbiology

Biochemistry

Cell biology

Aseptic technique

Education

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology/biochemistry/cell biology or related field

High School Diploma with 6 years in relevant science field

Job description

Advanced Research Scientist, Advanced Wound Care (Solventum)

At Solventum, we improve lives by helping healthcare professionals do their best work. Join a team using innovation and insight to make a real impact on the future of healthcare. All roles listed are with Solventum, and we’re committed to protecting your personal information—learn more in our Privacy Policy: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/legal/website-privacy-statement/applicant-privacy/

3M Health Care is now Solventum. At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game‑changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients’ lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue. We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.

The Impact You’ll Make in This Role

• Learn and apply microbiological, biochemical, and cell‑based techniques as needed to support a diverse portfolio of product development, evidence generation, and technology evaluation projects.
• Develop, optimize, and execute biological test methods to understand and compare performance of internal and competitive products, including but not limited to antimicrobial materials and wound healing technologies.
• Generate, document, and maintain accurate experimental records suitable for claims support and regulatory‑aligned documentation.
• Design, execute, analyze, and report experimental studies; communicate findings to technical and non‑technical stakeholders while working with interdisciplinary teams.
• Support laboratory operations including inventory management, study documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your Skills and Expertise

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biochemistry, cell biology, or other relevant science or engineering field with a strong emphasis on biological sciences plus (2) two years of experience in a medical device or other relevant setting in a private, public, government or military environment OR High School Diploma/GED from AND (6) six years of microbiology, biochemistry, cell biology, or other relevant science or engineering field with a strong emphasis on biological sciences in a medical device or other relevant setting in a private, public, government or military environment.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Experience applying statistical methods to experimental data
• Familiarity with design control principles related to product development
• Experience developing, optimizing, and executing microbiological test methods.
• Experience in aseptic technique
• Understanding of experimental design, data analysis and technical writing with the ability to clearly communicate scientific results to diverse audiences
• Experience maintaining laboratory notebooks and documenting experimental results in accordance with established procedures.
• Demonstrated understanding of GLP principles including accurate documentation, data integrity and compliance with established procedures and SOPs.

Work Location and Travel

Work location: Hybrid, 4 days per week on‑site in Eagan, MN. Travel: May include up to 10 % [domestic/international]. Relocation Assistance: Not authorized. Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well‑being

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life–both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Applicable to US Applicants Only:

The expected compensation range for this position is $85,200 - $117,150, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Benefits include (but are not limited to):

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Accounts
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits
• etc.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Compliance and Equal Opportunity

Solventum will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Company Overview

A new healthcare company with a rich history. With more than 70 years of delivering healthcare innovations, we continue to move the industry forward by helping to solve our customers’ biggest challenges.

20,000+ employees worldwide.

Operations in 38 countries. Driven by our dedication to improved outcomes for all we serve, we break through by making unprecedented connections that impact lives. In more than 300 offices and facilities around the world, we work closely with customers and partners to create positive healthcare outcomes that transcend borders.

To realize our shared vision, we harness diverse talents and perspectives from every background to not only address our customers' most urgent priorities but anticipate the needs of the future.

Healthcare that leads with heart and humility starts with listening and never finishes, only evolves. As long as healthcare challenges remain unsolved, we will be here, united by empathy and a relentless belief that countless lives are improved through our work.