Technical Specialist I - Various Schedules

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical: Multiple plan options.

Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement

Vision: Affordable plan with national

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs

Retirement: Competitive retirement

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN seeks a laboratory professional to lead technical operations, guide workflows, and troubleshoot instruments and assays within a fast-paced setting.

Requires a CLS/MLS/MT degree with two years of lab experience and relevant certifications. The role is exempt, full-time, with evening to night shift patterns and a comprehensive Mayo benefit package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in clinical/medical laboratory science or equivalent with MLS/MT certification.
• Two years of relevant laboratory experience required.
• ASCP or equivalent certification may be required depending on lab specialty.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction for the technical operation of the laboratory, including operation maintenance and troubleshooting of instruments and assays.
• Validate and document operational changes using the TLCP life cycle process.
• Direct operational workflow and serve as an expert resource for the work unit.
• Complete other projects or assignments as directed by laboratory management.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CLS/MLS/MT

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Assay troubleshooting

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

Internal Performance Appraisal

Works with the Technical Specialist II, Technical Specialist Coordinator, and the laboratory management team to provide direction for the technical operation of the laboratory, including operation maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and assays. Validates and documents operational changes using the test life cycle process (TLCP). Provides direction for operational workflow, and serves as an expert resource for the work unit. Completes other projects or assignments as assigned. and serves as an expert resource for laboratory technologists.

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

This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship. Mayo Clinic will not sponsor or transfer visas for the position. Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science (CLS/MLS), medical technology (MT), chemistry, 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 of relevant laboratory experience required. A HEW certificate may be substituted for the specified degree. Experience with operation and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and assays. Capable of performing under time constraints, multi-tasking, and working in a fast-paced and changing environment. Demonstrates self-motivation, attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to work independently. ASCP or other certification pertinent to the laboratory field may be required depending on the laboratory specialty and prevailing regulatory requirements.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$71,510.40 - $107,390.40 / salary

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Neuro Immunology - Monday-Friday 3:00pm-11:30pm Neuro Immunology - Wednesday-Saturday 3:00pm-1:30am Neuro Immunology - Sunday-Wednesday 3:00pm-1:30am Cell Focus - Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

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.