IT Director - Mayo Collaborative Services Lab (Limited Tenure)

This is a limited tenure position with a projected end date of June 1, 2027

 

The IT Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for a stand-alone laboratory IT environment wholly owned by Mayo Collaborative Services (MCS). This role has primary responsibility for building and establishing IT capabilities for a new company and laboratory; operating independently while remaining aligned with Mayo governance, security, and quality standards during the build and early operational phases.

The IT Director is accountable for designing, implementing, and operating IT services across core IT and laboratory technology domains, including infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and laboratory systems. Services will be delivered through a combination of internal collaboration and managed service provider relationships, with accountability for service reliability, regulatory compliance, scalability, financial stewardship, and risk management. The Director serves as the primary technology leader and integrator, translating laboratory business and regulatory requirements into secure, reliable, and compliant technology solutions.

This position is a limited-tenure role intended to support the formation, launch, and stabilization of the new company and laboratory. As the organization matures, the role is expected to transition to a permanent IT leadership position within a separate company operating independently from Mayo Collaborative Services.

The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated success leading IT operations in laboratory, healthcare, life sciences, or similarly regulated environments, with experience spanning network and infrastructure services, enterprise applications, cybersecurity programs, and highly available, mission-critical systems. Experience establishing IT capabilities for new entities, joint ventures, or stand-alone operations is strongly preferred. Success in this role requires the ability to operate with a high degree of independence while effectively aligning technology decisions with a broader enterprise governance, security, and compliance framework.

 

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship/we will not sponsor or transfer a visa for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F1-STEM OPT extension program.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Design, Business, Cybersecurity, Health Informatics). Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in at least one of the following areas: digital health, product development, UX design, enterprise security, or systems operations.  Proven experience leading large cross-functional teams and managing enterprise-level initiatives.

Advanced degree (e.g., MS, MBA, MDes, MPH) in a relevant discipline.

Requires frequent travel including to national lab facilities and Mayo Collaborative Services headquarters in Rochester, MN.

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 – 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.


Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.