Research Scientist-Tiger Lab
About The Position
The Research Scientist provides key support to the sponsoring research program. The role significantly contributes to grant writing and may serve as co-principal investigator on extramural grant applications submitted by the principal investigator. In collaboration with a Mayo sponsor, the Research Scientist may also apply as a co-investigator, co-principal investigator, or principal investigator for extramural grants or contracts. The Research Scientist serves as an internal and external representative and resource contact for the research program, and may represent the principal investigator at national or international meetings. The role brings a unique skill, technique, or area of knowledge to the program and significantly participates in personnel and resource management on behalf of the principal investigator. The Research Scientist independently manages assigned projects and projects of other program personnel, provides input on the direction and design of others’ projects, and directs teaching activities within the investigator’s program.
Requirements
- Doctoral-level degree.
- At least 6 years of postdoctoral research training at Mayo or elsewhere.
- Hold academic rank at Mayo (e.g., Instructor or Assistant Professor) when accepting the position, or achieve it immediately thereafter.
- Bring a unique skill, technique, or area of knowledge to the sponsoring program, documented by professional accomplishments and publication record.
- Have made a career decision to pursue regular employment at Mayo in support of an established research staff program.
Responsibilities
- Significantly contribute to grant writing.
- Serve as co-principal investigator on extramural grant applications submitted by the principal investigator when necessary.
- Apply for extramural grants or contracts as a co-investigator, co-principal investigator, or principal investigator in collaboration with a Mayo sponsor.
- Serve as the principal investigator’s internal and external representative and as a resource contact for the research program.
- Represent the principal investigator at national or international meetings when necessary.
- Contribute a unique skill, technique, or area of knowledge to the sponsoring program.
- Participate significantly in personnel and resource management on behalf of the principal investigator.
- Independently manage assigned projects and projects of other program personnel.
- Provide input on the direction and design of other personnel’s projects.
- Direct teaching activities within the investigator’s program.
Benefits
- Medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a 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
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
