Research Fellow - Biochemistry & Molecular Biology - Xu lab

Postdoctoral Fellow Position

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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.

A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Xiaolei Xu, Marriott Family Professor in Cardiovascular Research, Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Co-Director of the Cardiovascular Program, Robert and Arlene Kogod Center on Aging at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine. The successful applicant will join a dynamic research team that leverages the powerful genetics of zebrafish and the African turquoise killifish to model human cardiovascular diseases, polycystic kidney disease (PKD), and cardiac aging.

Our research aims to uncover the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying these conditions and to develop innovative therapeutic strategies.

Applications are invited from candidates with a strong background in molecular biology, genetics, and/or animal models of human disease. Experience in cilia biology, cardiomyopathy, PKD, cellular senescence, and/or bioinformatics, particularly single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, is highly desirable but not required. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, intellectually curious, and strongly committed to basic biomedical research. For further information about the position or research projects, please contact Dr.

Xiaolei Xu olei and include a current CV. Additional information about the laboratory is available at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine is a not-for-profit organization that integrates research with clinical practices and education in a multi-campus environment. Mayo offers an attractive benefit package. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's experience.

Applications, including curriculum vitae and bibliography, summary of past accomplishments, and the names of three references, should be sent to:

Xiaolei Xu, PhD.

Mayo Clinic

Stabile 4-10

200 First Street SW

Rochester, MN USA 55905

Email: xu.xiaolei

Phone number:

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.

Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the program. Experience in cilia biology, cardiomyopathy, PKD, cellular senescence, and/or bioinformatics, particularly single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, is highly desirable but not required. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, intellectually curious, and strongly committed to basic biomedical research.

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 $67,282 - $78,711/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 Varies