RTP - Research Fellow
About The Position
A Research Fellow in Engineering (ENG) performs research requiring engineering skills, regardless of doctoral background. Depending on the research area, work may involve setting up mechanical research equipment, developing experimental protocols and orthopedic biomechanics, implementing protocols, and providing engineering technical expertise and analysis. Responsibilities may also include x-ray computed tomography (CT), radiation dosimetry, x-ray physics, and using Matlab and/or C++ programs. The fellow may work in a special engineering group, process and test algorithms, work with informatics and data for computer programming, and implement algorithms for research concepts, clinical applications, and devices. A Research Fellow at Mayo Clinic is a temporary position intended to provide research training and education under a Mayo Clinic principal investigator. Qualified candidates demonstrate research potential through 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 deemed relevant by the program.
- For Mayo Clinic-sponsored J-1 Short-Term Scholars, Research Scholars, Professors, Specialists, and Student Interns, proof of English proficiency is required.
Nice To Haves
- Research potential evidenced by training and peer-reviewed publications.
- Potential to become competitive for national research grants.
Responsibilities
- Set up mechanical research equipment.
- Develop and implement experimental protocols, including work in orthopedic biomechanics as applicable.
- Provide engineering technical expertise and analysis.
- Depending on the research area, use x-ray computed tomography (CT), radiation dosimetry, x-ray physics, and Matlab and/or C++ programs.
- Process and test algorithms, work with informatics and data for computer programming, and implement algorithms for research concepts, clinical applications, and devices.
- Train in the research program of a Mayo Clinic principal investigator.
Benefits
- Medical plan options
- Dental plan or reimbursement account for flexible coverage
- Vision plan with a national network
- HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses
- Competitive retirement package
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
