Mayo Clinic · 18 hours ago
Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Gut Microbiome Laboratory
Rochester, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$64K/yr - $75K/yrMayo Clinic is a top-ranked care provider dedicated to patient needs and employee development. They are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join their Gut Microbiome Laboratory, focusing on gastrointestinal motility disorders and gut–microbe–host interactions through a collaborative research approach.
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Responsibilities
The Gut Microbiome Laboratory, housed within the Enteric Neurosciences Program at Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN), is seeking a highly motivated, self-driven postdoctoral fellow to join a collaborative and translational research team focused on defining pathophysiological mechanisms underlying gastrointestinal motility disorders
Our program represents one of the largest and most integrated groups of physicians and scientists studying the enteric nervous system and gastrointestinal physiology, with a long history of paradigm-shifting discoveries that have shaped the field
We are seeking new team members who are excited to contribute to, and extend, this distinguished tradition
The laboratory is at the forefront of research in human neurogastrointestinal disorders, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
We employ an integrated experimental approach that combines physiology, advanced imaging, molecular and cellular biology, and in vivo animal models to interrogate gut–microbe–host interactions
Our work is published in high-impact journals (•Gastroenterology, Cell, Cell Host & Microbe, and Science Translational Medicine•) and is supported by NIH funding
We provide extensive resources, mentorship, and a highly collaborative environment to support trainees as they advance to the next stages of their careers
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive culture, and we value community, celebrating milestones together, and creating space to recognize both scientific accomplishments and the people behind them
Qualification
Required
Qualified candidates should hold a PhD or MD/PhD in physiology, neuroscience, molecular biology, or a related discipline and be within five years of PhD completion
This position is not intended for clinical training and is not open to MD/MBBS candidates seeking clinical roles
Preferred
Experience in advanced imaging, single-cell or spatial transcriptomics, and mouse physiological studies is highly desirable
Candidates with expertise in these areas are strongly encouraged to apply
Benefits
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.
Company
Mayo Clinic
MayoClinic is a nonprofit medical practice and medical research group focused on integrated health care, education, and research.
Founded in 1864
10001+ employees
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Funding
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