Lab Education Specialist I - Stem Cell

Mayo Clinic; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision plan

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA/FSAs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Laboratory Education Specialist to collaborate with laboratory leadership to identify and plan education needs for medical trainees and staff.

You will develop and coordinate education programs with Mayo School of Health Sciences, train new employees, and mentor team members, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

This full-time role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to support you and your family.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CLS/MLS or related field.
• Two years of relevant laboratory experience.
• ASCP or equivalent certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and plan education needs with laboratory leadership.
• Coordinate development and maintenance of clinical laboratory education programs for students/interns.
• Develop and coordinate new employee training and education programs in collaboration with leadership to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Teach/train/mentor students and employees, maintaining competency in laboratory specialty and education methodologies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Teamwork

Data collection and analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science or related

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.

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

Responsible for participating in the identification of and planning for laboratory education needs in collaboration with laboratory leadership, assisting with Education program budget preparation, participating in the development of educational programs for medical trainees (pathologists, residents, fellows, post docs, etc.) as directed by laboratory leadership and Residency/Fellowship Program Director. Participating in the coordination of development, implementation and maintenance of clinical laboratory education programs for students/interns rotating in the laboratory in compliance with the affiliate program requirements and in collaboration with Mayo School of Health Sciences and laboratory/Division/Department leadership. Participating in development and coordination of new employee training and education programs in collaboration with laboratory and division leadership to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. Participating as clinical education faculty in formal education programs within the Mayo School of Health Sciences (MSHS) as assigned. Teaches/trains/mentors student and employees, maintaining competency in laboratory specialty and in education methodologies. Spending at least 50% of time in laboratory education activities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science (CLS/MLS), medical technology (MT), chemistry, human biological science from an accredited institution, or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in addition to a certificate in MLS. In histopathology or non-testing laboratories, a bachelor's degree with laboratory certification if applicable. Two years relevant laboratory experience required. A HEW certificate may be substituted for the specified degree. Other clinical laboratory specialty certificates will be reviewed and approved on a case by case basis.

Certifications:

ASCP or other certification pertinent to the laboratory field may be required depending on the laboratory specialty and prevailing regulatory requirements.

Additional Qualifications:

Prior experience in teaching/training/mentoring students/employees is preferred. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal), strong organizational skills and self-initiative; patience and the ability to effectively coach and mentor others. Experience with data collection, organization, analysis, and delivery of information. Able to work as a team member including taking direction from others, and self initiating and managing projects as appropriate.

This vacancy 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.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Compensation range is $33.39 - $50.13 / hour. This vacancy 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.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm.

Weekend Schedule

On call, weekends, and holidays on rotation.

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 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.