R&D Laboratory Technician

Bayer AG; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer AG in Indianola, PA is seeking an R&D Laboratory Technician for an early career position based onsite. You will provide enhanced technical support for project teams and work closely with engineers and designers.

The role emphasizes testing, troubleshooting, and equipment upgrades, with responsibilities spanning cross-functional collaboration and documentation to ensure compliance and project progress.

Qualifications

• Requires analytical troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize daily tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a methodical approach.
• Collaborates with engineers and technicians to support testing and development.

Responsibilities

• Support hardware testing, troubleshooting, and system upgrades.
• Package systems and components for shipping.
• Collaborate with cross-functional staff including engineers and technicians.
• Support testing from concept to V&V as necessary.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude in daily tasks.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Multitasking / time management

Collaboration / teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree or 2-year trade/military school

Job description

R&D Laboratory Technician
Based onsite - Indianola, PA

Description

Purpose

This is an early career position that provides enhanced technical support for one or more project teams concurrently.

Key Tasks

• Support hardware testing, troubleshooting, and system upgrades
• Quick learner able to multi-task with different projects.
• Packaging systems and components for domestic and international shipping.
• Develop creative solutions to challenging problems, ensuring compliance with protocols.
• Collaborate with a broad group of cross-functional staff including engineers and other technicians.
• Supports testing from concept to V&V and beyond as necessary
• Display mechanical aptitude

Key Working Relationships

Supervisor, Engineers, Designers/Technicians

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED - Required
• Associate's Degree or 2-year trade/military school - Preferred
• Possesses the analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems - Required
• Handles multiple concurrent projects, understands priorities of assigned tasks and plans daily activities accordingly. Develops creative solutions to challenging problems - Required