Genomics Lab Processing Associate

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA/FSAs

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Lab Processing Assistant to support the Genomics Culture Lab in Rochester, MN. The role focuses on pre-analytic specimen processing, operating lab and office equipment, and accurate data entry into the LIS/LIMS.

Responsibilities include managing specimen labeling accuracy, reagent prep, inventory, and training others as needed. Requires 2 years of relevant experience and a health/science-focused background.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or high school diploma/GED and 2 years of work experience including clinical laboratory and/or other relevant experience.
• Associate degree in a health or science field preferred.
• Lab assistant experience preferred.
• Ability to be attentive to details and adhere to strict safety requirements for handling chemicals, reagents and infectious agents.
• Must be organized and have the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to accurately read specimen labels and work with numbers to prevent mislabeling.
• Previous experience or knowledge of computers and keyboarding, telephone operations, and other office equipment.
• Must possess good human relations skills and be able to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Must be able to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holiday, and weekend work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Performing pre-analytic specimen processing
• Operating a variety of laboratory and office equipment
• Entering information and test orders into the laboratory computer system and responding to a high volume of phone calls seeking laboratory testing information
• Ensuring correct patient identification on specimens and documentation and resolution of pre-analytic specimen-related issues
• Performing complex reagent preparation
• Managing work unit supply inventory
• Operating automated systems
• Providing training to others

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree or high school diploma/GED

Health/science field degree preferred

Tools

LIS/LIMS

Lab equipment

Job description

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Lab Processing Assistant to support the Genomics Culture Lab in Rochester, MN. The role focuses on pre-analytic specimen processing, operating lab and office equipment, and accurate data entry into the LIS/LIMS.

Responsibilities include managing specimen labeling accuracy, reagent prep, inventory, and training others as needed. Requires 2 years of relevant experience and a health/science-focused background.