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 Bose Lab at the Department of Physiology and Biomedical Engineering https://www.mayo.edu/research/faculty/bose-suman-ph-d/bio-20549026 ) has postdoctoral fellowship positions available in the broad area of biomedical engineering. Our research lies at the interface of biomaterial science, cellular engineering, and drug delivery to create next-generation cell-based therapies for a wide range of human diseases. Our lab is developing micro- and nanoscale devices to interrogate fundamental mechanistic questions at the molecular, cellular, and tissue levels and apply these mechanisms to design new treatments for human diseases.

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

We are primarily interested in candidates whose research interests and qualifications broadly align in one of the following areas:

A) Device engineering: Candidates will be involved in building engineered platforms to understand how biointerfaces govern tissue interactions. They will also build new cell therapy implants with advanced features for treating various chronic diseases. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in engineering or a closely related field and ideally have research experience in one or more of these areas: microfabrication, microfluidics, organ-on-chip systems, fluorescent microscopy, medical implant design, additive manufacturing, and 3D bioprinting. Experience with mammalian cell culture is required. Animal experience is preferred but not required.

B) Cellular and Immune engineering: Candidates will focus on developing new therapeutic cells and strategies to modulate their interactions with the host. Candidates should have an advanced degree (Ph.D./ M.D) in biomedical sciences, bioengineering, or any related field. Ideally, candidates will have expertise in synthetic and systems biology, genome engineering, genetic screens, molecular cloning, drug delivery, biomaterials, and immune engineering.

The accepted candidate will be trained to work independently. They will be expected to design and execute experiments, collect, analyze, and process data, provide mentorship to other members of the group, and draft manuscripts for scientific journals. They will also have career development opportunities, including participating in conferences and applying for grants and fellowships. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are essential.

Must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the program.

The following is required for the completeness of the application:

• Current curriculum vitae with bibliography, a brief statement of interest that includes your qualifications, and contact details of at least three references.

• Proof of doctoral degree (copy of a diploma or final transcript with English translation, if applicable) or a letter from your university's Registrar's 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 before an interview.

Exemption Status

Exempt

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

Lei Feng

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.