Technical Specialist I -FISH Laboratory

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

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 asked to complete 2 years in the role before being eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic Seeking experience with Fluorescence in situ Hybridization (FISH) This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program

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, 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.
• Requires CV/Resume, cover letter, unofficial transcript(s) , and for foreign trained lab personnel to provide a detailed equivalency evaluation to include US equivalent degree at the applicants expense.
• For international/foreign trained applicants, it is the responsibility of the international/foreign to provide to Mayo Clinic the following information.
• The applicant is responsible for the cost associated with obtaining the equivalency evaluation.
• International transcript: MUST have a DETAILED 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
• DLMP employees that have been in current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach early release approval from supervisor
• ASCP or other certification pertinent to the laboratory field may be required depending on the laboratory specialty and prevailing regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Fluorescence in situ Hybridization (FISH) is highly preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• operation maintenance
• troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and assays
• Validates and documents operational changes using the test life cycle process (TLCP)
• Provides direction for operational workflow
• Completes other projects or assignments as assigned
• serves as an expert resource for laboratory technologists

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees