Research Technologist - CRTU

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA and FSAs

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, is seeking staff for a laboratory support role. The position involves performing routine lab procedures, monitoring results, collecting and summarizing data, and assisting in manuscript preparation.

The CRTU focus includes handling blood and urine samples with emphasis on safety. A bachelor’s degree (or associate’s with 6 years experience) is required; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related science; associates with 6 years lab experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and established lab procedures to support goals.
• Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes, and suggests modifications.
• Collects, enters, and summarizes data; assists in data presentation.
• Maintains lab equipment and supplies; supports PI meetings and manuscript writing.

Skills

Lab techniques

Data analysis

Writing skills

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associates degree + 6 yrs exp

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

Sets up and performs routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals, grant commitments, i.e. assays, cell/tissue culture, animal studies, etc. Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications. Collects, enters and summarizes data. Assists in the maintenance of lab equipment and supplies. Performs basic statistical data analysis; prepares tables/charts/graphs and assists in organizing data. Presents at research laboratory meetings and contributes to writing of manuscripts. Works under supervision and may perform some assignments independently as discussed and approved by Principal Investigator.

Qualifications

Requires bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, other relevant science, or an associates degree with 6 years of relevant laboratory experience. Must exhibit a solid understanding of lab techniques, equipment, and safety. Must have the ability to organize and carry out laboratory techniques independently and in a team setting. Experience with basic data analysis is required. This position requires demonstrated writing skills.

The CRTU's primary focus is on patient care and basic specimen collection and processing. The lab primarily handles blood and urine samples and is typically involved in assisting with specimen collection and then centrifuging and aliquoting samples. Those samples are then forwarded on to other labs for testing or further manipulation.

The CRTU will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position including F1 OPT STEM.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.; $27.99 -41.98/ hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

72

Schedule Details

This position includes a mix of day, evening, and night shifts. Our current shift start times are 6 am, 7 am, 8am, and 8:30 am for day shifts, 3 pm for evenings, and 11 pm for nights.

Weekend Schedule

Weekends and Holidays are a mix of on-call and 12-hour shifts. 12-hour shifts begin at 7 am or 7 pm. Currently staff work 2 to 3 weekends a year and are on call for an additional 4 to 6 weekends a year. Holidays could either be on-call or a 12-hour shift based on need.

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.