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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. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

The Immunity and Inflammation Laboratories at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in Rochester, MN have open positions for two postdoctoral research fellows. The research goal of Dr. Cornelia M. Weyand's program (https://www.mayo.edu/research/faculty/weyand-cornelia-m-m-d-ph-d/bio-20527870) is to understand the genetic, molecular and cellular mechanisms of how the immune system causes inflammatory disease. Specific interests include the immunometabolism in rheumatoid arthritis and the role of immune checkpoints in vasculitis (see https://doi.org/10.1038/s41590-021-01065-2 and https://doi.org/10.1172/jci136042). The research program of Dr. Jorg Goronzy (https://www.mayo.edu/research/faculty/goronzy-joerg-jorg-m-d-ph-d/bio-20527076) is interested in the effect of age on the ability to generate adaptive immune responses. Specifically, the Goronzy lab studies molecular mechanisms of T cell aging as well as T cell memory generation and survival (see https://doi.org/10.1101/2021.08.27.457205 and https://doi.org/10.1126/sciimmunol.abg0791 for recent pertinent publications).The successful candidates will be involved in NIH-funded projects in human immunology with mechanistic molecular and translational scope. They will join teams of researchers with expertise in immunology, cell biology and systems immunology.Applicants should have a PhD degree in Immunology, Cell Biology, or related fields. Proof of English proficiency is required for an appointment.Please send CV, brief statement of research interests and description of laboratory experience, and names and contact information of three references to weyand.cornelia@mayo.edu or goronzy.jorg@mayo.edu.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. The following is required for completeness of application:Current curriculum vitae with bibliographyProof of doctoral degree (copy of diploma or final transcript with English translation, if applicable) or a letter from your university's Registrar office indicating you have fulfilled all doctoral program requirements and are eligible to graduate.Please also be prepared that you may be asked to provide three letters of recommendation to the hiring PI prior to an interview.

Qualifications

Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the program. Research Fellow is appropriate for individuals who have completed no more than one prior postdoctoral fellowship, at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

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

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)

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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.