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Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Technician

Job Description

The Neuroimmunology Laboratory performs a unique clinical autoimmune serology service by bridging autoimmune neurology practice and cutting-edge research. The tests performed on serum and spinal fluid aid in the diagnosis of autoimmune disorders of the brain, nerve, and muscle, often reflecting immune responses initiated by an unsuspected cancer. These disorders are frequently mistaken for multiple sclerosis, stroke, and untreatable degenerative disorders at the onset. Serum autoantibodies specific for neurons, glial cells, and muscle are detected using tissue and transfected cell-based fluorescence microscopy, radioimmunoassay, flow cytometry, western blot, ELISA, and chemiluminescence assays. With multiple testing methodologies performed in the lab, there is an equal opportunity for automated and manual testing. The lab is experiencing rapid growth, having performed about 2.2 million tests in 2022, and is currently working on implementing an automation line to enhance the efficiency of the testing process.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical autoimmune serology tests on serum and spinal fluid.

• Aid in the diagnosis of autoimmune disorders of the brain, nerve, and muscle.

• Detect serum autoantibodies specific for neurons, glial cells, and muscle using various methodologies such as fluorescence microscopy, radioimmunoassays, flow cytometry, western blot, ELISA, and chemiluminescence assays.

• Operate both automated and manual testing equipment.

• Troubleshoot instrumentation issues.

• Maintain attention to detail to minimize errors that may affect patient outcomes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a human biological science such as Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Animal Science, Marine Biology, Neuroscience, etc.

• Healthcare experience (preferred)

• Master's degree accepted, but not PhD or engineering

• OPT accepted

Work Environment

• This role is in the Neuroimmunology Lab, located in Rochester.

• The position requires working Thursday-Saturday from 7pm-7am, with an additional 8-hour shift every other Wednesday from 9pm-5am (start time flexibility between 7pm-9pm).

• The average work hours are 80 hours every 2 weeks, with 4 hours of overtime every other week.

• The position is a 1-year assignment.

• The Neuroimmunology Lab is one of the more complex labs, requiring a high level of attention to detail due to the complexity of the work and the potential impact of errors on patients.

Pay Rate: $25/hr

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,MN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 14, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.