Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Minnesota
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth, where anchor institutions like Mayo Clinic, M Health Fairview, and Allina Health maintain consistent hiring across clinical chemistry, microbiology, and blood banking. Demand holds strong at every level, from new-graduate generalists to senior specialists in molecular diagnostics and immunology, making Minnesota one of the more active markets in the upper Midwest. Opportunities appear across hospital reference labs, outpatient clinics, and public health settings statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Fridley, MN, Monday to Friday, 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM, with rotational weekends
Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!
Pay range: $30.00 - $42.63 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- and so much more!
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
Job Responsibilities:
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
- Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
- Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
- Review and release test results.
- Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
- Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
Education:
BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493
Work Experience:
1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist
Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Fridley, MN, Monday to Friday, 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM, with rotational weekends
Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!
Pay range: $30.00 - $42.63 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- and so much more!
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
Job Responsibilities:
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
- Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
- Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
- Review and release test results.
- Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
- Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
Education:
BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493
Work Experience:
1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist
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The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory scientist jobs across Minnesota.
- MLS or MT certification from ASCP, AMT, or equivalent nationally recognized credentialing body
- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or a closely related life science
- Completion of an accredited clinical laboratory science program with supervised practicum hours
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems and automated analyzers used in high-volume settings
- Experience in at least one specialty area such as hematology, microbiology, chemistry, or blood bank
- Strong quality-control practices and familiarity with CAP and CLIA regulatory requirements
Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical laboratory scientist in Minnesota?
You earn a bachelor's degree from an accredited medical laboratory science program, complete a supervised clinical rotation, and pass a national certification exam, most commonly the ASCP Board of Certification MLS exam. Minnesota does not issue a separate state license for medical laboratory scientists, so national certification through ASCP, AMT, or an equivalent body is the credential Minnesota employers require and verify during hiring.
Which companies hire medical laboratory scientists in Minnesota?
Employers hiring medical laboratory scientists in Minnesota right now include Quest Diagnostics, Sanford Health, and CommonSpirit Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Minnesota's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers drive steady hiring volume, particularly for generalist and specialty lab roles across inpatient and reference laboratory settings.
Which Minnesota cities have the most medical laboratory scientist jobs?
Pipestone, Burnsville, and Saint Paul account for the most medical laboratory scientist openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro dominates because of its concentration of large health systems and reference labs, while Rochester's market is anchored by Mayo Clinic's extensive laboratory operations, and Duluth draws demand from regional hospital networks serving northeastern Minnesota and the Lake Superior corridor.
Are there remote medical laboratory scientist jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Hands-on laboratory work requires physical presence for specimen handling, instrument operation, and quality control, so most positions are fully on-site. About 0% of medical laboratory scientist openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to involve laboratory management, informatics, or remote review of digital pathology and data rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a medical laboratory scientist in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate generalist positions at large Minnesota health systems that regularly onboard recent graduates, including M Health Fairview, Allina Health, and HealthPartners. Many candidates strengthen their candidacy by completing their clinical rotation at a Minnesota institution and then applying to that site directly. Adjacent roles such as medical laboratory technician or phlebotomist positions within the same system can also serve as a stepping stone, and holding ASCP certification upon graduation gives applicants a measurable edge in competitive Twin Cities postings.
Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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