Research Fellow - Neurology - Josephs lab

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 67,282 - 78,711; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Education and advancement opportunities

Competitive retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, is seeking a Research Fellow in the Department of Neurology. This position focuses on histopathology projects related to neurodegenerative diseases, providing training in research under a principal investigator.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree, with a preference for experience in neuropathology. The role involves becoming competitive for national research grants and requires proof of English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with neuropathology such as immunohistochemistry is preferred.
• Proof of English proficiency is required for certain topics.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects related to histopathology in neurodegenerative diseases.
• Train in the research program of a principal investigator.
• Become competitive for national research grants.

Skills

Experience with neuropathology

Immunohistochemistry

Research skills

Education

Ph.D. or M.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

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 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

A Research Fellow opportunity is available in the Department of Neurology at Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, Minnesota. The candidate of choice will work on projects related to histopathology in subjects with autopsy confirmed diseases in order to uncover novel biological relationships between clinical and neuroimaging characteristics of neurodegenerative disease and the underlying brain pathologies.

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.

Qualifications

Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the program. Experience with neuropathology such as immunohistochemistry and neuropathological analyses is preferred.

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

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. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

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". Mayo Clinic participates in E‑Verify 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.