Preclinical Technologists Laboratory at 3M Healthcare US Opco LLC in Maplewood, Minnesota

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Preclinical Technologist Laboratory

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.

• Proven category leadership


• Exposure to attractive end-markets


• Innovation mindset driving improved patient outcomes.


• Collaborative customer relationships


• Deep global regulatory experience


• Operational excellence and strong cash flow


• Strong sales growth and profitability with significant recurring sales

We expect the creation of the two companies will be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2024. We will continue to operate as one global company. This role is positioned to drive the success of the "New Health Care Company".

The Impact You'll Make in this Role

As a member of the preclinical team, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Responsible for animal husbandry and welfare in a state-of-the-art US Government inspected facility. Supporting 3M Heath Care Businesses with new product development and technologies in their preclinical facility.


• A willingness to work some weekend and holiday shifts (typically less than 4 hours per day) and an occasional afterhours call in are required.


• Coordinates and performs all clinical/surgical activities, including scheduling use of facilities, equipment and clinical treatment areas and work assignments. Includes pre- operative care, anesthesia and anesthesia monitoring, manages vital sign parameters including heart rate, respiratory rate (+/- mechanical ventilation), SPO2, EtCO2, body temperature, and blood pressure (both invasive and non-invasive) and post-operative care of large and small animal species.


• Maintains the operating room, performs minor surgeries, fluoroscopic procedures, and surgery under the supervision of the veterinary staff or qualified laboratory personnel.


• Manages all inventory of the clinic, including purchasing, stocking, recordkeeping, and removing outdated supplies, identifies purchases and recharges medications, surgical supplies, maintains and DEA controlled substance records, prepares clinic area for inspections, such as AAALAC, USDA, and IACUC and ensures all regulations are being met.


• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.


• Previous experience in an academic/biomedical research environment.


• Must be able to work well under limited supervision.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher completed and verified prior to start AND two years of preclinical experience.

• Veterinary Technician degree and four years of preclinical experience.

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

• Previous work with studies involving animals.


• Surgical and anesthesia experience


• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, oral and written, with faculty, investigators, administrators, staff and outside vendors.


• Ability to initiate problem solving and to prioritize tasks.

For current employees, internal transfer restrictions may not apply. For more details, contact your local recruiter/HR team.

Work location: Onsite: Solventum (3M Campus)

Travel: May include up to 5% domestic

Relocation Assistance: May be 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 $79,828 - $97,567, 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. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., 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.). Additional information is available at: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-Rewards

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

Solventum is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

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