Graduate Research Appointment - Wangensteen Lab

** Why Mayo Clinic*
* Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans ()  - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future.

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*
* The Graduate Research Appointment (GRA) is a post-baccalaureate appointment for participants with an interest in biomedical research. The primary purpose is to provide a post-baccalaureate laboratory research experience that applies skills in science, technology, engineering, or math to biomedical research including basic science or translational research.  GRA participants will have the opportunity to participate in selected graduate classes and seminars while working in this role.

The Genetics of Liver Disease Laboratory develops genetic technologies to identify the molecular drivers of liver disease and cancer and aims to translate those discoveries into new therapeutic strategies.

The GRA project will focus on the development of a new drug to treat liver cancer, with an emphasis on genetic approaches that can directly target a vulnerability in cancer that we discovered. The work will integrate RNA interference, CRISPR-based gene therapy, lipid nanoparticle generation, and in vivo gene delivery to design, optimize, and test next-generation molecular medicines for hepatocellular carcinoma.

** Qualifications*
* Bachelor's degree with a strong background in science, technology, engineering, or math.  Authorization to work and remain in the United States, without necessity for Mayo Clinic sponsorship now, or in the future. Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Applicants who are currently in Graduate or Medical School are not eligible. Students that do not meet these criteria do not qualify.

The ideal student will be ambitious, hard working, intellectually curious, and excited to contribute to a collaborative team environment. Because this project spans discovery biology, therapeutic engineering, and animal model testing, applicants who enjoy learning new methods and solving difficult problems will be especially well suited. Prior experience in bioinformatics, basic molecular biology, cell culture, mouse handling, or other mouse laboratory skills will be viewed favorably, although motivation and curiosity are the most important qualities.

** Exemption Status*
* Nonexempt

** Compensation Detail*
* This position has a predetermined rate of $20.50 per hour.

** Benefits Eligible*
* Yes

** Schedule*
* Full Time

** Hours/Pay Period*
* 80

** Schedule Details*
* M-F Day shift with occasional evening hours when necessary for experimental work;
This is a one year appointment.

** Weekend Schedule*
* Only occasional weekend hours when necessary for experimental work.

** International Assignment*
* No

** Site Description*
* Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.

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** Equal Opportunity*
* 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" (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) .  Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://)  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.

** Recruiter*
* Stephanie Baird

** Equal opportunity*
* As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply…