Research Fellow-LS-Neuroscience-Zhao lab Job at Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL

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  • Mayo Clinic
  • Jacksonville, FL

Job Description

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.

Responsibilities

The laboratory of Dr. Zhao is seeking a highly motivated and creative Postdoctoral Fellow to join our multidisciplinary research team at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL. The successful candidate will contribute to innovative research focused on developing human induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived models to investigate the mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases and advance therapeutic strategies for disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy body dementia, and other related dementias.

Research Focus:
•    Generation and differentiation of iPSCs into neural cell types (e.g., neurons, astrocytes, microglia) and cerebral organoids
•    Modeling genetic and sporadic forms of neurodegenerative disease
•    Developing and characterizing in vitro systems for drug screening and mechanistic studies
•    Collaborative integration with in vivo and clinical research programs

Why Join Us:
•    Work at a world-renowned research institution with state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative environment
•    Opportunity to contribute to translational research with direct clinical relevance
•    Supportive mentorship and career development resources

Dr. Zhao faculty page:
Zhao lab page:

If interested, please send a cover letter, CV and contact information for 2–3 references to zhao.na@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.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
•    PhD in Neuroscience, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or related field
•    Hands-on experience with human iPSC culture
•    Strong background in neurobiology, neurodegeneration, or stem cell technologies
•    Familiarity with CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, multi-omics analyses, or high-content imaging is a plus
•    Excellent communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$64,079 - $74,963 / 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

Varies

Weekend Schedule

Varies

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.


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" .  Mayo Clinic participates in  E-Verify 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

Amy Hoffman

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours, Weekend work,

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