Graduate Research Appointment Program - Biomedical Ethics Arizona

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Mayo Clinic seeks applicants for a one- or two-year post-baccalaureate research experience in empirical bioethics research, as part of the Graduate Research Appointment(GRA).

The GRA program is a post-baccalaureate program for participants with an interest in biomedical research. The primary purpose of GRA is to provide a post-baccalaureate research experience that applies skills in science, technology, engineering or math to biomedical research including basic science or translational research. GRA participants gain research experience that may help them to decide on a career path related to biomedical research.

In addition, the experience can increase the participants’ competitiveness and preparation for the next step in their career. These goals are achieved by providing:

• A mentored research experience in a world-class biomedical research
• Opportunities to participate in selected graduate classes and seminars
• Career development, mentoring and networking opportunities
• Presentation opportunities

Participants are also responsible for completing all GRA-related assignments and ensuring active engagement in both research and career advancement activities. The program is structured to help participants refine their career goals and increase their competitiveness for future academic or professional steps.

This is a hybrid position and must be located within 100 miles of a Mayo Clinic campus or Mayo Clinic Health System campus for occasional on-site expectations based on business needs. On-site expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

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Post-baccalaureate Research Assistantship in Biomedical Ethics Research

• Bachelor’s degree with a strong background in science, technology, engineering, or math
• Interest in biomedical research
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Authorization to work and remain in the United States, without necessity for Mayo Clinic sponsorship now, or in the future (for example, be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident, refugee or asylee)

• Committed to pursuing a career in which they engage in topics in biomedical ethics.
• Able to work independently.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication.
• Competent in identifying relevant peer-reviewed publications on specialized research topics.
• Highly motivated to learn new research methods.

Students must have completed coursework in bioethics or a closely related discipline such as behavioral psychology, ethics/philosophy, medical anthropology/sociology, pre-med, or public health.