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This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, ambitious, and creative individual to help shape the future of a discovery-oriented biomedical research laboratory. Primary research focus of the lab centers on the interaction of cancer with the immune system. We are searching for an individual to take a major role in operations for this expanding team. The lab is jointly directed by senior Principal Investigators:
Dr. Peter Lucas - Vice Chair for Research, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology
Dr. Linda McAllister - Enterprise Deputy Director, Pediatric Cancer Programs, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center
The successful candidate will work closely with our group, which includes a Principal Research Technologist, a Senior Program Coordinator Administrative Leader, Senior Research Scientists, Post-Doctoral fellows and PhD Student Trainees.
The candidate we seek will:
- Support lab member projects via method development, conduction of experiments, and data analysis and interpretation
- Design and complete experiments feared towards research objectives of the lab
- Assist in routine laboratory operations including ordering, regulatory documentation/compliance (chemical safety, biosafety, IACUC and IRBs), personnel training, equipment/reagent management and maintenance
- Have strong organizational and record keeping skills, as well as the ability to accurately collect, store and interpret research data.
- Contribute to manuscript and grant writing
- Present at research laboratory meetings
Additional Job Responsibilities:
1. Assists in design of experiments and protocols. Executes experimental studies in support of lab goals.
2. Demonstrates a basic understanding of lab practices.
3. Performs experiments according to established procedure and under the direction of senior lab personnel.
4. Keeps detailed log of experimental procedures.
5. Trains lab personnel in lab techniques.
6. Maintains equipment and supplies.
7. Plans for equipment repair or replacement.
8. Assists in the selection of instrumentation and computer software and hardware.
9. Collects, documents and analyzes data.
10. Prepares graphs, tables and figures for grants and manuscripts.
11. Presents at lab meetings.
11. Reports difficulties in experimentation and data collection and follows through with protocol modifications.
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.
- 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.
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.
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