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Mayo Clinic Animal Lab Technician in Rochester, Minnesota

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 comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – 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’ll 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

A motivated individual who can work collaboratively within a growing group that studies the mechanisms of “gut feelings” in health and disease. The primary focus will be to develop mouse models, maintain and genotype mouse colonies and running in vivo studies. Duties include setting up and performing routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals and grant commitments. Additional responsibilities will be collecting, entering, and summarizing data, performing basic statistical data analysis, preparing tables/charts/graphs, and assisting in organizing data, monitoring results, reporting unusual outcomes, and suggesting modifications, and assisting in the maintenance of lab equipment and supplies. A successful applicant with be self-motivated, strong work ethic, organized, detail-oriented, and have good communication skills. Experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR, Gel electrophoresis), familiarity with animal welfare, knowledge of Mendelian genetics, and have a desire to work closely with lab animals preferred but not required

As an Animal Care Technician, your core role responsibilities involve:

  • Preparing tissue, blood and other specimens for routine testing.

  • Participating in maintenance and identification of animals to be used in experiments.

  • Assisting in surgical procedures on animals as needed.

  • Recording results & reporting unusual outcomes.

  • Collecting/entering/reporting data.

  • Demonstrating lab techniques to designated lab personnel.

  • Assisting in maintenance of lab equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

  • Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

  • Additional relevant laboratory experience and familiarity with animal welfare practices preferred.

  • Computer experience is helpful.

  • Must have the ability to carry out basic routine techniques independently, and have a desire to work closely with lab animals.

  • Must have above average manual dexterity, be able to endure exposures to heat, noise, dust, dander, animal bites, and chemicals.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This position is not eligible for F-1 OPT STEM extension

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$20.61 - $28.91 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday; 8 hour days

Weekend Schedule

As needed

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. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

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

Stephanie Baird

Equal opportunity

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.

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