Job Description
We are seeking to expand our team in Dr. Somers' laboratory by recruiting several postdoctoral Research Fellows and visiting Research Fellows. Mayo Clinic's research program on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) stands as a leader in the field, with a primary focus on understanding OSA's connections to cardiovascular disease, obesity, and treatment modalities. Our extensive portfolio includes numerous high-impact academic publications in prestigious journals such as NEJM, Lancet, JCI, Circulation, and Nature Communications, and so forth.
Ideal candidates should have a PhD, MD or MD/PhD, and possess robust training in basic sciences in molecular/cellular biology, genetics, immunology and biochemistry and/or clinical medicine, demonstrating significant scientific research productivity with a track record of having published at least 1-2 first-author papers in cardiovascular and metabolic field in top-tier journals with an impact score of 7 or above. Proficiency in experimental techniques such as general immunofluorescent staining, Western blotting, qPCR, and cell culture methods are essential. Moreover, experience in organoid technology utilizing human tissues or stem cells is highly valued, with preference given to applicants experienced in organoid, stem cell and aging research.
- Postdoctoral Research Fellow Positions:
Postdoctoral Research Fellowships are limited only to US permanent residents (green card holders) or citizens and Canadians.
- Visiting Research Fellow Positions:
Self- or institute-funded support is required for visiting Research Fellow applicants to cover living expenses in Rochester, MN, and English proficiency is a plus. International applicants are welcome to apply.
Mayo Clinic, located in Rochester, Minnesota, is a nonprofit medical practice and research institution renowned for its innovative and effective treatments, attracting patients from across the United States and worldwide. Motivated individuals interested in joining our team are invited to submit resumes to dong.yunzhou@mayo.edu.
Mayo Clinic is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
