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Posted 29 July, 2026

R&D Technician

Synectics Inc
Minneapolis, MN, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Perform laboratory testing, sample preparation, data collection, and documentation.

  • Support R&D engineers with product development and characterization activities.

  • For assistance with Contingent Labor, please contact your local Resource Professional or the TAPFIN Program Office.

  • The ideal candidate is scientifically minded, detail-oriented, and motivated by hands-on laboratory work.

  • 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.

Requirements:

  • 1-4 years of laboratory, R&D, testing, or manufacturing experience.

  • Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

  • Ability to follow written procedures and test protocols.

  • Hands-on bench/laboratory experience.

  • Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field, or equivalent laboratory experience.

  • Experience in a regulated environment.

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Description
Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities