Research Technologist – Regenerative Biology & Imaging

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental options

Vision plan

HSA/FSAs

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic's Sammarco Laboratory in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery seeks a Research Technologist to advance regenerative healing in musculoskeletal tissues. The role involves mammalian cell culture, animal studies, histology, imaging, and molecular assays, with opportunities for authorship on peer‑reviewed work.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in biology or related field, strong data skills, and an interest in contributing to innovative regenerative therapies.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related science.
• Ability to organize and perform laboratory techniques independently and in a team.
• Experience with basic data analysis and writing skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Mammalian cell culture and mouse handling with experimental procedures.
• Histology, immunohistochemistry, microscopy and image analysis.
• Perform molecular biology techniques (qPCR, Western blot, RNA/DNA isolation).
• Data management, figure preparation and participation in lab meetings.
• Assist in planning, troubleshooting, and developing new lab methods.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/chemistry or related science

Associates degree + 6 years lab exp

Tools

Microscopy

Mammalian cell culture

Job description

Mayo Clinic's Sammarco Laboratory in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery seeks a Research Technologist to advance regenerative healing in musculoskeletal tissues. The role involves mammalian cell culture, animal studies, histology, imaging, and molecular assays, with opportunities for authorship on peer‑reviewed work.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in biology or related field, strong data skills, and an interest in contributing to innovative regenerative therapies.