RTP- Research Fellow - Polymer Chemistry Job at Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, AZ

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  • Mayo Clinic
  • Scottsdale, AZ

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 postdoctoral position is available in the area of Polymer Chemistry in Prof. Suman Bose's laboratory at Mayo Clinic Arizona. The Bose lab situated in the Department of Physiology and Biomedical Engineering and Department of Immunology is focused on creating next-generation cell-based therapies for treating human diseases by exploring the interface of biomaterial science, cellular engineering, and immunology. The applicant will focus on developing high-throughput libraries of biocompatible polymers, hydrogel and polymer-based implants, and new biomaterials. They will also have the opportunity to learn in vitro and in vivo assays to test the materials they have developed .

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

Requirements:

  • Doctoral degree in chemistry, material science, chemical engineering, or any related field.
  • Strong background in polymer chemistry, synthetic organic chemistry, biomedical engineering, or surface chemistry.
  • Experience with mammalian cell culture and basic molecular biology skills preferred but not required
  • Experience with using small animal models is preferred but not required
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
  • At least one first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

We welcome applications from candidates who are excited about curiosity-driven research, willing to learn cross-disciplinary skills, and motivated to address challenging biological inquiries.

Please direct any questions and inquiries to Dr. Suman Bose ( bose.suman@mayo.edu ). Emails should be sent with the subject “Postdoc Application – Your Name”. Please attach your current curriculum vitae and a brief summary of your background and research interests.

More about research at our lab: 

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

If exempt: $64,079.00 - $74,963.00/ 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

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.

Recruiter

Lei Feng

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours,

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