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Benefits Highlights
Medical: Multiple plan options.Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.Vision: Affordable plan with national network.Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
The Mayo Clinic Proteomics Core Facility is accepting applications for a Technical Specialist II position. The desired candidate will have a solid technical understanding of liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry with strong demonstrated operational skills and the ability to troubleshoot. Responsibilities include sample preparation and data acquisition for project requests as well as assessing and maintaining peak performance of the Core’s nano-LC-MS/MS systems from Thermo (Exploris, Eclipse, Ascend) and Bruker (timsTOF Flex, HT, SCP). The successful candidate will possess effective communication and organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. A working knowledge and experience with protein sample preparation techniques and proteomic analysis is a plus.
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.
Qualifications
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. ASCP or other certification pertinent to the laboratory field may be required depending on the laboratory specialty and prevailing regulatory requirements.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
$74K - $112K / year
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00. May be required to stay later or come in on weekends.
Weekend Schedule
Depending on projects, may require some hours on 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.
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
Kaela Peterson