Job Description

Why Mayo Clinic

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 \xe2\x80\x93 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. You\xe2\x80\x99ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

This position will lead and support priority Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) projects within the division of Laboratory Genetics and Genomics.

Departmental test development/innovation platform leader who develops, innovates, evaluates, and implements novel/new tests, methodologies, technologies, or products for the laboratory under the intellectual and scientific guidance of laboratory directors and senior principal developer. Test development/innovation platform leader responsible for development/innovation support of multiple projects across the department. Responsible for improvement of existing methods or implementation of novel technology of proven validity. Test development/innovation platform leader on cross-departmental teams, including Bioinformatics and IT, to create final recommendations to the laboratory directors and supervisors in the evaluation of novel laboratory equipment, instrumentation, procedures, and computer software and hardware. Test development/innovation platform leader and mentor for test development /innovation staff. Actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

*Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in the role before being eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic*

Qualifications

Bachelor\'s degree in clinical/medical laboratory science (CLS/MLS), medical technology (MT), chemistry, biological science from an accredited institution or bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree from an accredited institution in addition to a certificate in MLS. For roles supporting the Cytopathology laboratory, a Bachelor\'s degree in Cytotechnology or Bachelor\'s degree with completion of an accredited Cytotechnology program. In histopathology or non-testing laboratories, bachelor\'s with laboratory certification if applicable. Six 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 four years of relevant laboratory experience; or a Doctoral degree in chemistry or a biological science and two years of relevant laboratory experience. A HEW certificate may be substituted for the specified degree. Other clinical laboratory specialty certificates will be reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis.Master\'s degree from an accredited institution in chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science or medical technology or Doctoral degree (PhD) in chemistry or a biological science preferred. Test development/innovation leader for multiple complex cross-area projects. Self motivated, highly organized, efficient, and able to work independently exercising strong decision-making and project management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Capable of creating a method using reference material and adapting existing knowledge and procedures to develop novel methods or products. Mental flexibility to work on projects with multiple technologies. Superior analytical and scientific competence with laboratory procedures. Experience with a variety of analytical techniques. Academic rank and/or Associate appointment preferred. ASCP or other certification pertinent to the laboratory field may be required depending on the laboratory specialty and prevailing regulatory requirements. For roles supporting the Cytopathology laboratory, Cytotechnologist (CT,ASCP) or Specialist in Cytotechnology (SCT, ASCP). Employees obtaining CT certification(s) after January 1, 2004 will be required to demonstrate evidence of ongoing maintenance of certification. Employees obtaining SCT certification(s) after January 1, 2006 will be required to demonstrate evidence of ongoing maintenance of certification.

The following skills are highly desirable: experience in developing, validating, and implementing NGS clinical tests, excellent troubleshooting skills with an ability to critically assess complex problems, attention to detail, well-organized, excellent documentation skills, ability to work cross divisionally, team-oriented and open to the ideas and suggestions from others to solve complex issues and experience and extensive knowledge of NGS platforms.

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**

All MUST be included for your application to be considered:

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Internal candidates must provide their past three performance appraisals.
• Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted) or NACES detailed international equivalency for foreign degrees.

*DLMP employees that have been in current lab/position for less than 2 years must attach early release approval from supervisor

*Non-DLMP Internal applicants that have been in their current department/position for less than 1 year must attach early release approval from supervisor

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$79,747- $119,683 / year

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday through Friday dayshift, hours may change based on department needs.

Weekend Schedule

Dependent on project needs

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.

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

Josie Gisel

Mayo Clinic