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.
ResponsibilitiesA Graduate Research Appointment (GRA) position is available to work with the Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) group that is within Hematology Research.
The CLL research group has a major focus on understanding the nature and scope of the leukemic microenvironment in the pathobiology of CLL. For example, significant advances of our group have included detailing the impact of stromal cells and their secreted products on leukemic B cells and the ability of CLL B cells to modify the stromal cell functional status. We also employ approaches including CUT&Tag, CUT&RUN, ATAC-seq, RNA-seq, CRISPR, genetic/epigenetic editing, and integrative bioinformatic analyses to explore the functional importance of epigenetic regulation in CLL progression and drug resistance.
Responsibilities:
- Sets up and performs routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals, paper publication, grant commitments.
- Collects, enters, and summarizes data.
- Assists in the maintenance of lab equipment and supplies.
- Performs basic statistical data analysis; prepares tables/charts/graphs and assists in organizing data.
- Presents at research laboratory meetings and contributes to writing of manuscripts.
- Works under supervision and may perform some assignments independently as discussed and approved by Principal Investigator.
Desired applicant will have:
- A solid understanding of basic lab techniques, equipment, and safety.
- The ability to organize and carry out laboratory techniques independently and in a team setting.
- Previous experience with molecular cloning, cell culture, flow cytometry, cell sorting and purification are preferred but not required.
- In addition, this position requires excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- Must have the ability to keep track of, and organize, numerous samples and associated results electronically (i.e., MS Excel, MS PPT, etc) and manually (via storage in freezers).
- Experience with basic data analysis is preferred.
QualificationsBachelor’s degree with a strong background in science, technology, engineering, or math. Authorization to work and remain in the United States, without necessity for Mayo Clinic sponsorship now, or in the future (for example, be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident, refugee or asylee.
Students that do not meet these criteria do not qualify.
- Applicants who are currently in Graduate or Medical School are not eligible.
- Eligibility of applicants with advanced degrees above BA or BS depend on the specific degree
Exemption StatusNonexempt
Compensation DetailThis position has a predetermined rate of $20.50 per hour.
Benefits EligibleYes
ScheduleFull Time
Hours/Pay Period80
Schedule DetailsM-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm This position has an anticipated end date two years after the start date.
Weekend Schedulerarely, as needed
International AssignmentNo
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.
RecruiterJill Squier
