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 (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – 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. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

As Technical Specialist I you will collaborator with other technical roles and the management team to provide direction for the technical operation of the laboratory, including:

• Operation maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and assays

• Validating and documenting operational changes using the test life cycle process (TLCP)

• Providing direction for operational workflow and serving as an expert resource for the work unit

• Completing projects and assignments as assigned

• Serving as an expert resource for laboratory technologists

• Actively partnering with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives

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

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Qualifications

To be considered for the Technical Specialist I position, you will need to meet these qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science (CLS/MLS), medical technology (MT), chemistry, or a biological science from an accredited institution and two years of relevant lab experience.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in addition to a certificate in MLS, and two years of relevant laboratory experience.

• Bachelor's degree with laboratory certification if applicable, and two years of relevant laboratory experience.

*A HEW certificate may be substituted for the specified degree.

Additional Qualifications / Application Requirements

• You must include a cover letter and a resume to be considered for this position.

• DLMP/MCS employees that have been in their current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach an early release approval from their supervisor.

• Internal applicants must attach their three most recent performance appraisals to be considered for this position.

• 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.

For international/foreign trained applicants, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide Mayo Clinic the following transcript information in your application :

• MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation. The applicant is responsible for the cost associated with obtaining the equivalency evaluation.

• MUST show US equivalent degree

• Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) www.aice-eval.org

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$68,411 - $102,731 per year. Required education, experience, and tenure, along with internal equity will be considered when an offer is extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, day shifts with flexible start times between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Weekend Schedule

No weekends.

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. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Laura Heyde

Equal opportunity

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.