Research Fellow - Hematology

Why Mayo Clinic

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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

We are seeking exceptional post-doctoral research fellows/scientists to work in the field of precision medicine.

The Shah lab at Mayo Clinic focuses on the development of and treatment for an aggressive blood cancer known as TP53-mutated myeloid neoplasm. These leukemias are highly aggressive and have no effective therapies yet. The applicant will focus on development of novel therapeutics for TP53 mutated myeloid neoplasms using in vitro and in vivo approaches. Specifically, the applicant will be responsible for performing and analyzing cytotoxicity assays, synergy studies, perform ADME, and perform animal studies using cell-line and patient-derived xenograft models.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in molecular biology or related fields with 1-5 years of experience and a strong publication record. Candidates should be well versed in standard cellular and molecular biology techniques (cell culture, DNA, RNA, and protein studies, gene editing, and flow cytometry). Interest and prior experience with mouse work—including xenograft models highly desired.

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

$67,282.95 - $78,711.15 / 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

M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Weekend Schedule

As needed

International Assignment

No

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Recruiter

Lei Feng

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