Clinical Lab Technologist - Cell/Mol Imm Lab - Contractors Only

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

This position is only open to individuals who currently work as a Contractor in the Cellular Molecular Immunology Lab. The role involves performing analyses to aid health care providers in the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of patients. The individual will participate in operational support activities necessary to maintain and optimize testing capabilities. Testing is performed in specialized laboratories and may include highly skilled manual techniques or automated testing using sophisticated instrumentation. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to instrument operation and maintenance, troubleshooting assays, evaluating tests for accuracy, assisting with interpreting results, and operational support activities to optimize testing. The position requires working with multiple computer systems to retrieve information and report results, and may involve minimal supervision and assistance with specimen collection. Strict adherence to safety protocols is mandatory when working with infectious specimens, chemicals, and other hazards. Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to transfer 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a biological science is required.
• Experience with operation and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and assay systems is desirable.
• Ability to produce accurate results under time constraints.
• Capability to multi-task and perform in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Good communication skills and ability to work closely with others.
• Ability to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off-shifts, holiday, on-call, and weekend work assignments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses to aid health care providers in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of patients.
• Participate in operational support activities to maintain and optimize testing capabilities.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and assay systems.
• Troubleshoot assays and evaluate tests for accuracy.
• Assist with interpreting results and operational support activities to optimize testing.
• Work with multiple computer systems to retrieve information and report results.
• Assist with specimen collection as needed.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols when working with infectious specimens and chemicals.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree