Research Fellow - Immunology - Oh lab

Mayo; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA/FSAs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Immunology to contribute to translational research on immune tolerance in transplantation and inflammatory diseases. The candidate will investigate molecular pathways and regulatory networks in immune responses, with emphasis on autoreactive B cells and single-cell analyses.

PhD or equivalent degree and strong publications are required; excellent English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent doctoral degree required.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills are essential.
• Publication record demonstrates research productivity and potential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Mayo Clinic’s immunology research program focusing on induction and maintenance of immune tolerance in transplantation and inflammatory diseases.
• Investigate molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying autoimmune pathology and transplant rejection.
• Develop and apply single-cell analysis approaches (e.g., sc-RNAseq, BCR sequencing) to advance translational research.

Skills

English proficiency

Strong communication

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

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 andcomprehensive 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.

A postdoctoral fellowship position is available immediately in the Department of Immunology at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ under the supervision of Dr. SangKon Oh, PhD, a Professor of Immunology of the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.

The research fellow/senior research fellow will participate to our research program for the induction and maintenance of immune tolerance in the context of transplantation rejection and inflammatory diseases. She/he will investigate the molecular and cellular mechanisms for the pathology of autoimmune diseases (including scleroderma and lupus) and transplantation rejection. Our translational research program aims to define the underlying biological pathways for the establishment of immune regulatory networks in patients.

Previous experiences in autoreactive B cells/autoantibodies and single cell analysis (e.g., sc-RNAseq and BCR sequencing) will be highly advantageous. Qualified candidates should have a PhD or equivalent degree and a publication record that demonstrates proficiency in the areas described above. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are essential.

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. Research Fellow is appropriate for individuals who have completed no more than one prior postdoctoral fellowship, at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere.