Postdoctoral Researcher

Mayo Clinic; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in RNA translational therapeutics. This full-time, on-site role focuses on designing studies, conducting laboratory experiments (in vitro and in vivo), and analyzing data to advance scientific knowledge.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to manuscripts, help translate RNA-based therapies toward clinical trials, and mentor junior researchers while maintaining rigorous documentation and

Qualifications

• PhD/MD/MD-PhD or equivalent required.
• Experience with designing and conducting research studies.
• Strong data analysis and statistics skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research studies in RNA translational therapeutics.
• Perform laboratory experiments (in vitro and in vivo).
• Analyze data and contribute to publications.
• Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Support grant applications and collaborative projects.
• Mentor junior researchers and ensure rigorous documentation.

Skills

Laboratory Skills

Research skills

Data Analysis

Teaching/mentoring

Communication skills

Collaboration

Ethical research practices

Documentation

Education

PhD/MD/MD-PhD or equivalent

Tools

Statistical software

Analytical software

Job description

Company Description

Mayo Clinic is the largest integrated, not-for-profit medical group practice in the world, founded by Dr. William James Mayo and Dr. Charles Horace Mayo. The organization is guided by the core value that the needs of the patient come first, shaping decisions and innovation in health care. Team members join a culture defined by teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and opportunities for life-changing careers. Mayo Clinic is consistently recognized for high-quality patient care among academic medical centers nationwide as well as for its many research efforts. This tradition of excellence and patient-centered care is upheld every day by all staff and learners.

Role Description

The Postdoctoral Researcher is a full-time, on-site position based in Metro Jacksonville. This role involves designing and conducting research studies, performing laboratory experiments (in vitro and in vivo), and analyzing data to advance scientific knowledge in the RNA translational therapeutics field. The Postdoctoral Researcher will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to developing research protocols, prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and help advance novel RNA-based therapeutic candidates towards clinical trials. Responsibilities include presenting findings at seminars and conferences, mentoring junior researchers or trainees as appropriate, and maintaining rigorous documentation and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. The role also includes contributing to grant applications and supporting the overall research mission of Mayo Clinic.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Laboratory Skills and hands-on experience with experimental techniques relevant to their discipline.


• Candidates should possess robust Research skills, including study design, hypothesis development, and scholarly dissemination.


• Candidates should possess a solid foundation in drug discovery and development or a closely related quantitative field.


• Candidates should possess advanced Data Analysis skills, including statistical methods and familiarity with analytical software or programming tools.


• Candidates should possess Teaching or mentoring skills to support the development of students, trainees, or junior team members.


• Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent) in a relevant scientific or medical discipline.


• Evidence of peer-reviewed publications or strong potential for scholarly productivity.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.


• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to ethical research practices.


• Eligibility to work on-site in Metro Jacksonville and willingness to adhere to Mayo Clinic policies and procedures.