Research Fellow - DLMP - Algeciras-Schimnich lab

About the job

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

A Research Fellow position is available in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team focused on translating novel biomarkers of Alzheimer disease and neurodegeneration from research into clinical practice.

The position will support studies within the Mayo Clinic Study of Aging and the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, integrating basic research, clinical laboratory medicine, assay evaluation, and biomarker interpretation. Areas of focus include biomarkers for the diagnosis, staging, and prognosis of Alzheimer disease and related dementias.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design and conduct clinical and translational research studies focused on Alzheimer disease biomarkers and related neurodegenerative disease biomarkers.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including laboratory medicine professionals, neurologists, neuropsychologists, statisticians, bioinformaticians, and clinical researchers.

• Contribute to manuscript preparation, abstract submissions, scientific presentations, grant applications, and development of figures and tables for publication.

• Maintain accurate records of study design, analytical methods, data analyses, and regulatory or protocol-related documentation.

• Mentor junior research staff, trainees, or students as appropriate and contribute to a collaborative and rigorous research environment.

Research Projects:

• Assessment of blood biomarkers for Alzheimer disease diagnosis, prognosis, and clinical implementation.

• Evaluation of assay performance and sources of variability affecting biomarker measurement and interpretation.

• Development of biomarker-based prediction and risk models incorporating clinical and demographic variables.

• Studies addressing preanalytical factors, assay harmonization, reference intervals, and reporting strategies for neurodegenerative disease biomarkers.

• Translation of biomarker research findings into clinically actionable laboratory testing frameworks.

A 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

Ph.D. in neuroscience, neurology, biology, biochemistry, clinical chemistry, laboratory medicine, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Alzheimer disease or neurodegenerative disease biomarker research.

• Strong quantitative skills, including experience with statistical analysis of clinical or laboratory data.

• Familiarity with clinical laboratory quality standards, assay performance evaluation, or regulatory expectations is desirable, but not required.

• Demonstrated scientific productivity through peer-reviewed publications, abstracts, or conference presentations.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Application Materials:

Qualified candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research interests and career goals, and contact information for three references. Candidates should describe relevant experience in biomarker research, clinical laboratory medicine, assay development or validation, statistical analysis, or neurodegenerative disease research.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$67,282 - $78,711/ 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

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