Clinical Lab Technologist - Clinical Mass Spec Lab - Contractor Only

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Delta Dental or reimbursement account

Vision plan

HSA and FSAs

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota is seeking a Laboratory Specialist to perform analyses to aid health care providers in diagnosis and treatment. You will operate and maintain complex instruments, troubleshoot assays, and report results with attention to accuracy and safety.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biological science and flexibility for scheduling, including nights or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a biological science is required.
• Experience with operation and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and assay systems is desirable.
• Must be capable of producing accurate results under time constraints, multi-tasking, and working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and assays.
• Perform testing using sophisticated instrumentation.
• Assist with interpretation of results and reporting.
• Support ongoing optimization of testing workflows and safety protocols.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biological science

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

This position is only open to individuals who currently work as a Contractor in the Clinical Mass Spec Lab

Performs analyses to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of patients. Participates in the operational support activities necessary to maintain and optimize testing capabilities. Testing is performed in specialized laboratories and may include highly skilled manual techniques or automated testing using sophisticated instrumentation. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to instrument operation and maintenance, troubleshooting assays, evaluating tests for accuracy, assisting with interpreting results, and operational support activities to optimize testing. Works with multiple computer systems to retrieve information and report results. May work with minimal supervision and may assist with specimen collection. Must strictly adhere to safety protocols to work with infectious specimens, chemicals and other hazards.

• Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic**

This position is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Qualifications

This position is only open to individuals who currently work as a Contractor in the Clinical Mass Spec Lab

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a biological science is required.

Experience with operation and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and assay systems is desirable. Must be capable of producing accurate results under time constraints, multi-tasking, and performing in a fast-paced and changing environment. Must possess good communication skills and be able to work closely with others. Must be able to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holiday, on-call, and weekend work assignments.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$32.43 - $48.66 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Wednesday - Saturday; 10:00pm - 8:30am. 4 10-hour night shifts

Weekend Schedule

Saturday; 10:00pm - 8:30am

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.