Technical Specialist I - Fluorescence in situ Hybridization (FISH) 2

The deadline to apply for this position is Tuesday, November 26, 2024. 

The FISH Laboratory at Mayo Clinic is recognized as a leader in the field and offers a comprehensive menu of fluorescence in situ hybridization evaluations for hematologic, oncologic, and congenital disorders. Our lab is staffed by an interdisciplinary group of board-certified laboratory consultants who work closely with the technical laboratory team to provide top notch FISH results.

Because of its relatively high sensitivity and rapid turnaround time, FISH is a powerful method used to identify numeric and structural abnormalities associated with both acquired and hereditary disorders. In the clinical laboratory setting, FISH is routinely used to diagnose and classify hematologic disorders such as acute leukemias, to detect recurrent abnormalities in solid tumors such as HER2 gene amplification in breast cancer, and to rapidly diagnose constitutional genetic disorders such as Down syndrome. Additionally, FISH is an important companion diagnostic test method in personalized medicine, including breast and lung cancer.

As a Technical Specialist I with the FISH Laboratory, you will be working with other Technical Specialists, Technical Specialist Coordinator, and the laboratory leadership team to provide direction for the technical operation of the laboratory. Responsibilities will include: 

• Operation maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments and assays. 
• Validating and documenting operational changes using the test life cycle process (TLCP). 
• Providing direction for operational workflow.
• Serving as an expert resource for the work unit and laboratory technologists. 
• Completing other projects or assignments as assigned.
• Actively partnering 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 this position before becoming eligible to apply to other positions within Mayo Clinic.

**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. 

The deadline to apply for this position is Tuesday, November 26, 2024. 

To be considered for this position, you must meet the requirements below.

• Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science (CLS/MLS), medical technology (MT), chemistry, biological science, or
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in addition to a certificate in MLS
• Two years of relevant laboratory experience required. 

*A HEW certificate may be substituted for the specified degree. 

Additional Qualifications 

• This position requires you to live within reasonable driving distance from Rochester, Minnesota. Following completion of training program, you will have the flexibility to work from home up to 50%.
• FISH experience is 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. 
• ASCP or other certification pertinent to the laboratory field may be required depending on the laboratory specialty and prevailing regulatory requirements.

Application Requirements

*All must be included for your application to be considered: 

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

**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. 

*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.