Technical Specialist II - HLA Lab

Mayo Clinic Health System•Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

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. The HLA Lab Technical Specialist II serves as a subject matter expert in histocompatibility and immunogenetics testing. This role provides advanced technical oversight, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and supports quality assurance initiatives within the HLA laboratory. The position requires collaboration with laboratory leadership, technical staff, and clinical teams to maintain high standards in transplant-related testing. Works with the Technical Specialist Coordinator and the lab 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. Responsibilities also include addressing customers concerns, developing and implementing new tests and services according to the Mayo Quality System Essentials. Completes other projects or assignments as assigned. 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 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.
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.
CV/Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted)
Internal candidates must provide their past performance appraisals
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

Nice To Haves

ASCP or other certification pertinent to the laboratory field may be required depending on the laboratory specialty and prevailing regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Provides advanced technical oversight in histocompatibility and immunogenetics testing.
Ensures compliance with regulatory standards.
Supports quality assurance initiatives within the HLA laboratory.
Collaborates with laboratory leadership, technical staff, and clinical teams.
Provides 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.
Addresses customers concerns.
Developing and implementing new tests and services according to the Mayo Quality System Essentials.
Completes other projects or assignments as assigned.