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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.

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.

Responsibilities

Applicants are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in the Department of Quantitative Health Sciences at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN. The research will purely computational, with a focus on transcriptomics, epigenomics, genomics, single cell omics, and more broadly on functional genomics - understanding the relationships among genomic variants, epigenomic features, and transcriptomic profiles.

A Research Fellow in Bioinformatics/Biostatistics (BST) will have a primary focus in developing software and research techniques and/or tools to analyze and then aid in understanding biological data. Responsiblities and skills required involve computer programming, calculating statistics related to biological information, and mathematics.

A Research Fellow at Mayo Clinic is a temporary position intended to provide training and education in research. Individuals will train in the research program of a Mayo Clinic principal investigator. Qualified individuals will demonstrate the potential for research as evidenced by their training and peer-reviewed publications and should become competitive for national research grants. Proof of English proficiency is required for J-1 Short-Term Scholars, Research Scholars, Professors, Specialists, and Student Interns sponsored by Mayo Clinic.

Qualifications

+ Ph.D. in computational biology, bioinformatics, biostatistics, or a related field.

+ Strong record of research productivity, as demonstrated by training and peer-reviewed publications.

+ Experience in one or more of the following areas: transcriptome analysis, epigenomics, single-cell analysis, or functional genomics.

+ Proficiency in programming (e.g., C++, Java, Pythong, PErl, R, etc.) and in applying computational methods to biological data.

+ Motivation for independent research and strong problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are highly desirable.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$68,564.00 - $80,210.00 / year; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday

Weekend Schedule

N/A

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)

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Beza Dejene

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.