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. 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 Mayo Clinic Florida Brain Tumor Stem Cell Research Laboratory, led by Dr. Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow with expertise in immunology, especially as applied to the field of brain tumor research. This position offers the opportunity to lead independent, cutting-edge projects investigating the molecular and cellular mechanisms driving brain tumor biology in both human-based and in vitro models, with a particular focus on the tumor microenvironment and therapeutic responses. Supported by the Mayo Clinic Florida Neurosurgery BRIDGE Biobank, the postdoctoral fellow will have access to a rich collection of patient-derived specimens to advance their research objectives.

The ideal candidate will be skilled in and have experience in:

• Developing and executing advanced experimental approaches using patient-derived samples and preclinical models to investigate immunology and radiation effects as they pertain to brain tumor biology.
• Propelling translational research efforts to bridge laboratory findings with potential therapeutic applications for patients.
• Independently leading grant writing and proposal development to support ongoing and future research initiatives.
• Spearheading manuscript preparation for dissemination in high-tier journals.
• Providing mentorship to junior researchers while collaborating with scientists and clinicians across disciplines in a highly translational research setting.

The following is required for completeness of application:

• Current curriculum vitae with bibliography
• NIH biosketch — see linked guide (biosketch information to be provided):
• Proof of doctoral degree (copy of diploma or final transcript with English translation, if applicable) or a letter from your university's Registrar indicating you have fulfilled all doctoral program requirements and are eligible to graduate

Why Join Us?

This role provides an exceptional training environment within the world-renowned Mayo Clinic. Fellows will benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, robust mentorship, and the opportunity to contribute to transformative research aimed at improving outcomes for patients with brain cancer. Faculty profile:

Exemption Status

• Exempt

Compensation Detail

$64,079 - $74,963 per year; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

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. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter: Amy Hoffman

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