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Responsibilities
A postdoctoral position is available in the department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Mayo Clinic, under the mentorship of Dr. Georges Mer. The research focuses on elucidating the mechanisms of multi-subunit protein assemblies that modulate chromatin structure in DNA damage repair and epigenetic inheritance using integrative approaches (e.g., Hu et al., Nature 2021; 596(7872):438-443 & Hu et al., Mol Cell 2024; 4(5):839-853).
We are seeking a recent Ph.D. graduate with expertise in cryoEM or cryoET sample preparation and data processing. The candidate will have access to state-of-the-art facilities at Mayo Clinic, including advanced resources for cryoEM/cryoET, NMR spectroscopy, and X-ray crystallography.
Additional required qualifications:
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a teamDemonstrated skills in scientific writing as evidenced from peer-reviewed publicationsAbility to perform and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining meticulous experimental records and documentationA Research Fellow position in Life Sciences (LS) will require knowledge of either clinical-based research or laboratory-based research often obtained from a postdoctoral program.
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
Must have a Ph.D. 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
Schedule Details
Weekday schedule, occasional weekends as needed for research experiments.
Weekend Schedule
Occasional weekends.
International Assignment
No
Site Description
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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