The Division of Engineering at Mayo Clinic develops innovative devices for physicians and researchers, covering the spectrum from bench-top research to patient bedside. These devices include applications in deep brain stimulation, biosensor development, tissue engineering, organ assist devices, and surgical instruments. This position supports the mission to drive innovation and new product development, contributing to Mayo Clinic’s commitment to transforming healthcare and improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge solutions and emerging technologies. 

The Microfabrication Laboratory within the Division of Engineering (DOE) at Mayo Clinic uses advanced microfabrication technologies to create customized medical devices. These devices provide physicians with innovative tools for research and patient care. Specializing in microscale devices such as thin film electrodes, microfluidic devices, and 3D printed microdevices, the laboratory supports a wide range of medical and research applications. By collaborating closely with Mayo Clinic researchers and clinicians, the laboratory advances healthcare technology through integrated design, fabrication, and testing. Utilizing both established and novel materials and processes, the Microfabrication Laboratory is dedicated to transforming healthcare by developing breakthrough technologies in a collaborative environment. 

The Microfabrication Laboratory in Rochester, Minnesota seeks a highly qualified technician to assist with equipment installation, daily and periodic maintenance, and fabrication of medical microdevices. Project work is constantly changing depending on active projects and needs of the lab, providing exposure to a variety of device types, applications, and clinical problems. The successful candidate will work in a team environment, but with a degree of autonomy. Responsibilities include running fabrication processes required for projects, process development, and building prototypes. 

The ideal candidate will follow chemical handling and disposal procedures and lab safety protocols. They will update documentation and procedures for equipment and processes, maintain lab supply inventory, and perform routine maintenance on microfabrication equipment. Effective communication skills and familiarity with software updates are essential. The candidate must work in a cleanroom environment, be detail-oriented, creative, and passionate, and work both independently and as part of a team. Responsibilities include gathering and analyzing data, reporting results, identifying problems, and offering solutions. They will support prototype medical device development by interpreting schematics and operating manuals and assist in coordinating builds for product and process development. Compliance with DOE document control processes and assisting in process development-related documentation are required. 

In this on-site role, this individual will work closely with engineering technical staff, effectively contributing both as an individual and as a team member. They will make independent decisions on component selection that affect the success of the fabrication of microdevices. This individual will make decisions affecting the success of the product, in consultation with colleagues. They may receive technical direction from more experienced technicians or from engineers. Additionally, this individual will provide technical direction to less experienced staff and provide work direction to less experienced technicians. They will mentor and coach other staff as required and integrate new staff into the Division. 

This position is Limited Tenure. Limited Tenure (LT) means that if you are offered the position and accept it: 

• You will be categorized as a regular employee during this tenure, but employment will be terminated at the established end date.
• You committed to stay in this position until the end of the tenure (approximately 24 months from date of hire) before you become eligible to transfer to a new position.
• After the completion of the limited tenure assignment, it is your responsibility to secure another role within Mayo through the job vacancy process or employment will be ended upon the completion of the limited tenure assignment. 

Associates degree with 7+ years' of relevant experience or Bachelors in Engineering Technology with 4 years of relevant experience. Must be proficient in Altium. Skills with electrical board fabrication tools, electrical tooling for fixture building are required. Will work with lab and machine shop environment, working with small parts; 7+ years' of technician experience in medical devices preferred. PC skills are required (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with high vacuum and high voltage equipment  
• Competence in running fabrication jobs on various microfabrication equipment in a cleanroom environment 
• Ability to perform testing on output from fabrication equipment  
• Proficiency in using software packages such as Layout Editor and AutoCAD   
• Experience coordinating internal and vendor support for microfabrication equipment 
• Experience with process definition 
• Interest in medical device development, microfabrication, and process development 
• Experience working in a team environment with other project team members, users, and project requesters 
• Passion for developing new technology and devices for the health care industry