Postdoc: Translational Genomics & Proteomics for Rare Disease

Mayo Career Site UK; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN is seeking a postdoctoral Research Fellow to translate molecular data into patient answers in a genomics-first role within TOP and ORIGIN. The position emphasizes integrating variant interpretation, proteomics, and clinical data, with opportunities to publish and collaborate across divisions.

Projects evolve with clinical needs and discoveries, and fellows are supported to develop independent research trajectories and external funding.

Qualifications

• Depth in one area with curiosity to grow into the other.
• Experience in translational omics research and computational methods.
• Ability to publish routinely and build collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead translational research projects aligned with ORIGIN priorities.
• Analyze multi-omics data integrating genomics and proteomics.
• Perform variant classification and interpretation per ACMG/AMP guidelines.
• Build integrated genomic–proteomic models using AI/ML approaches.
• Collaborate with clinical teams and researchers to translate findings.

Skills

Genomics data analysis

Proteomics data handling

AI/ML methods

Data integration

Tools

Olink proteomics

Job description

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN is seeking a postdoctoral Research Fellow to translate molecular data into patient answers in a genomics-first role within TOP and ORIGIN. The position emphasizes integrating variant interpretation, proteomics, and clinical data, with opportunities to publish and collaborate across divisions.

Projects evolve with clinical needs and discoveries, and fellows are supported to develop independent research trajectories and external funding.