Temporary Research Assistant - Lab Medicine & Pathology

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic seeks a Temporary Research Assistant for its Lab Medicine & Pathology department. The role involves maintaining lab equipment and supplies while ensuring meticulous attention to detail in various lab support functions. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and exhibit strong organizational and communication skills. The position is full-time, nonexempt and offers competitive hourly wages.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED with coursework in relevant sciences.
• Demonstrates organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Manual dexterity and good communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Performs various support functions in research laboratory.
• Maintains and cleans equipment; maintains supplies and computer database.
• Works under direct supervision with attention to detail.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Manual Dexterity

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Coursework in Mathematics and Relevant Sciences

Tools

Excel Software

Job description

Temporary Research Assistant - Lab Medicine & Pathology

Temporary Research Assistant - Lab Medicine & Pathology

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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.

Responsibilities

Performs various support functions in research laboratory using proper procedures to avoid the risk of laboratory-acquired infection or sample-to-sample contamination. Maintains and cleans equipment and the facility; maintains and restocks supplies; and maintains computer database. Works under direct supervision. Attention to detail is essential while dealing with multiple tasks. Flexibility is important in adjusting to frequent changes in work volume.

Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or GED. Coursework in mathematics and relevant sciences. Must have previous work experience that demonstrates organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task. Requires manual dexterity, accurate typing, and good communication skills. Must be able to prioritize and adjust to changes in work volume. Experience with Excel software is preferred.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$18.07 - $24.26 / hour; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended

Benefits Eligible

No

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

M-F Days; Temporary through December 1, 2025

Weekend Schedule

N/A

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.

Recruiter

Stephanie Baird

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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