Research Fellow - Allergy and Immunology - Jerschow lab

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The laboratory of Dr. Elina Jerschow in the Division of Allergic Diseases at Mayo Clinic is seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow to join our translational research program in allergy and immunology. The successful candidate should have strong hands-on experience and demonstrated proficiency in flow cytometry, including multicolor flow cytometry, sample preparation, staining, data acquisition, and analysis. Experience with human translational research or wet-lab studies using human biospecimens would be an advantage but is not required. Candidates with strong flow cytometry and immunology experience from other experimental systems are encouraged to apply. Additional experience with cellular and molecular immunology techniques is beneficial. 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.

Requirements

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a field relevant to the research program.
• Demonstrated proficiency and hands-on experience in flow cytometry (including multicolor flow cytometry, sample preparation, staining, data acquisition, and analysis).
• Completed no more than one prior postdoctoral fellowship (at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with human translational research or wet-lab studies using human biospecimens.
• Strong flow cytometry and immunology experience from other experimental systems.
• Additional experience with cellular and molecular immunology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Train in the research program of a Mayo Clinic principal investigator.
• Demonstrate potential for research as evidenced by training and peer-reviewed publications.
• Become competitive for national research grants.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree