R&D Technical Aide — On-site in Maplewood

3M; Minnesota; On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

3M is seeking a Technical Aide in Maplewood, MN, as part of their Technical Aide Program designed for students and recent graduates. The role involves collaborating with senior researchers on product development, documenting experimental results, and participating in hands-on experimentation.

The ideal candidate will have completed at least one semester of college coursework and be pursuing a relevant bachelor’s degree. Successful candidates will work on-site and gain valuable experience in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.
• Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale preferred.
• Completed at least one laboratory course or internship.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior researchers on product/technology development projects.
• Document detailed experimental records in electronic notebooks.
• Analyze experimental results and explain observations to the project team.
• Collaborate with R&D functions as needed for projects.

Skills

Good organizational skills

Hands-on experimentation aptitude

Excellent oral communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Completed at least one semester of a post-high school degree program

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in relevant field

Job description

3M is seeking a Technical Aide in Maplewood, MN, as part of their Technical Aide Program designed for students and recent graduates. The role involves collaborating with senior researchers on product development, documenting experimental results, and participating in hands-on experimentation.

The ideal candidate will have completed at least one semester of college coursework and be pursuing a relevant bachelor’s degree. Successful candidates will work on-site and gain valuable experience in a collaborative environment.