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Responsibilities

The Department of Molecular Medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Research Technologist. This individual will play a critical role in supporting and advancing the research initiatives of the laboratory under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) and senior research staff. The Senior Research Technologist will be responsible for a wide range of laboratory and research management tasks, including laboratory maintenance, animal studies, technical support for various laboratory procedures, data analysis, and regulatory compliance. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in our laboratory focusing on understanding the complexity of brain cancer, characterizing the mechanisms driving its heterogeneity and exploring new treatment strategies leading to translational therapeutic development. Our laboratory has strong interests in tumor metabolism, tumor immunology, cell-cell communications and its role in driving disease presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Laboratory Management Animal Studies Laboratory Technical Support Data Analysis and Reporting Other Duties as Assigned by Supervisor 

During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps

Qualifications

Qualifications: 

Requires bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other relevant science with 4 years of research laboratory experience. 

Master's degree in biology, chemistry, or other relevant science preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

- At least 2 years of experience in handling and performing surgical procedures on small animals, particularly in an experimental research setting.

- A minimum of 2 year of experience in cell culture techniques.

- A minimum of 3 years of experience in standard molecular biology techniques.

- A background in immunology is desirable but not mandatory, as the role will involve working with immune cells in various experimental contexts.

- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative research team.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$64,500 - $96,824 / year

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, hours vary.

Weekend Schedule

Weekends as needed.

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.
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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

Stephanie Brackey