Education Specialist II - DLMP - Operational Support Unit

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Education Specialist II is responsible for proactive identification of and planning for department, laboratory and work unit education and training needs in collaboration with leadership. Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of educational and training programs for medical trainees (residents, fellows, post docs, etc.), students, interns and allied health staff in compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. Participates as clinical education faculty in formal education programs within the Mayo School of Health Sciences (MSHS) as assigned. Teaches, trains and mentors students and other education personnel/employees. Maintains knowledge and skills in laboratory/work area specialty and in education methodologies. This position will be responsible for Divisional Quality Unit education and training support, including development of a division wide regulatory training program. Knowledge of, or experience in, FDA manufacturing regulations and/or quality system management in a regulated environment preferred. 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.

Requirements

• 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, bachelor's degree with laboratory certification if applicable.
• Four years of relevant laboratory experience; or a Master's degree from an accredited institution in chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science or medical technology and two years of relevant laboratory experience.
• A HEW certificate may be substituted for the specified degree.
• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted)
• Internal candidates must provide their past performance appraisals.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of, or experience in, FDA manufacturing regulations and/or quality system management in a regulated environment.
• Prior experience in teaching, training and mentoring students and employees.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal).
• Strong organizational skills and self-initiative.
• Patience and the ability to effectively coach and mentor others.
• Experience in developing education and training programs.
• ASCP or other certification pertinent to the laboratory field may be required depending on the laboratory specialty and prevailing regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Proactive identification of and planning for department, laboratory and work unit education and training needs in collaboration with leadership.
• Development, implementation and maintenance of educational and training programs for medical trainees (residents, fellows, post docs, etc.), students, interns and allied health staff in compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Participation as clinical education faculty in formal education programs within the Mayo School of Health Sciences (MSHS) as assigned.
• Teaching, training and mentoring students and other education personnel/employees.
• Maintaining knowledge and skills in laboratory/work area specialty and in education methodologies.
• Providing Divisional Quality Unit education and training support, including development of a division wide regulatory training program.
• Data collection, organization, analysis, and delivery of information.
• Working as a team member including taking direction from others.
• Working independently.
• Managing projects.

Benefits

• This position will be responsible for Divisional Quality Unit education and training support, including development of a division wide regulatory training program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level