Research Fellow - Structural Biology - Dr Mer

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And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

** Benefits Highlights*
* + 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.

** Responsibilities*
* Research Fellow - Structural and Cellular Biology

** A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Georges Mer in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Mayo Clinic.*
* The laboratory investigates the molecular mechanisms regulating chromatin structure and epigenetic processes in genome function and stability, using integrative approaches (e.g., Hu et al., Nature 2021; 596(7872):438-443 & Hu et al., Molecular Cell 2024; 84(5):839-853).

We seek a highly motivated recent Ph.D. graduate with expertise in cryo

EM or cryo

ET. Candidates with a background in cell biology, particularly in DNA damage repair, will also be considered.

The postdoctoral fellow will have access to state-of-the-art on-site facilities, including advanced instrumentation for cryo

EM/cryo

ET (Glacios 2, Krios
5), NMR spectroscopy, and X-ray crystallography.

Required qualifications include:

-    Strong communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

-    Demonstrated scientific writing skills, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications

-    Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively, with attention to detail and meticulous experimental record-keeping

A Research Fellow position in Life Sciences (LS) will require knowledge of either clinical-based research or laboratory-based research often obtained from a postdoctoral program.

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.

** Qualifications*
* Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the program. Research Fellow is appropriate for individuals who have completed no more than one prior postdoctoral fellowship, at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere.

** Exemption Status*
* Exempt

** Compensation Detail*
* $64,079.00 - $74,963.00 / year;
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

** Benefits Eligible*
* Yes

** Schedule*
* Full Time

** Hours/Pay Period*
* 80

** Schedule Details*
* Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

** Weekend Schedule*
* Occasional weekends

** International Assignment*
* No

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** Recruiter*
* Beza Dejene

** Equal opportunity*
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