Research Technologist – Parker Lab; Limited Tenure

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• 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.

Sets up and performs routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals, grant commitments, i.e. assays, cell/tissue culture, animal studies, etc. Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications. Collects, enters and summarizes data. Assists in the maintenance of lab equipment and supplies. Performs basic statistical data analysis; prepares tables/charts/graphs and assists in organizing data. Presents at research laboratory meetings and contributes to writing of manuscripts.

Works under supervision and may perform some assignments independently as discussed and approved by Principal Investigator.

You will be working alongside a team of data scientists at Mayo Clinic Arizona to design, curate, and populate a large database of human brain data. This is a 1-year position ideal for someone launching their career in neural data science. This project will require database organizational skills including experience with synchronization of multi‑modality data. Experience with MATLAB and Python preferred.

The applicant should have experience with handling and manipulating biosignal time series data. Prior work with Cloud computing resources such as Google Cloud is preferred. There will be opportunity to learn new skills while moving the project forward. This is an in‑person/on‑site position on the Phoenix, Arizona campus of Mayo Clinic.

VACANCY NOT ELIGIBLE FOR SPONSORSHIP. We will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

ONE YEAR LIMITED TENURE POSITION; may have the possibility of extension or conversion to a regular position.

Requires bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, other relevant science, or an associate’s degree with 6 years of relevant laboratory experience. Must exhibit a solid understanding of lab techniques, equipment, and safety. Must have the ability to organize and carry out laboratory techniques independently and in a team setting. Experience with basic data analysis required. Position requires demonstrated writing skills.

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.

Matt Burdick