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 (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – 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. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

The Department of Clinical Genomics at Mayo Clinic is seeking a Physician with a research program to combine clinical and research careers at Mayo. This is a position intended to grow the departmental research program leading to important discoveries and clinical applications that will impact currently unmet needs of patients with rare and common genetic disorders.

We are seeking a board-certified MD or MD/PhD candidate highly skilled in functional, translational, therapeutic, computational, and/or clinical trial research with a broad understanding of genetics and genomics and expertise in integrating novel technologies into clinical practice. Candidates must possess research experience as well as proficiency in directing and designing program projects, facilitating and promoting early feasibility and first-in-human clinical trials, securing extramural funding, and a strong publication record. A proven record of collaborative science endeavors also is desired to work with researchers on initiatives and priorities in AI, immunology, cancer, exposome, discovery science, and entrepreneurship at the Mayo campus.

Mayo Clinic’s values of teamwork and collaboration are essential to providing integrated research and medical and surgical care to patients with complex conditions. The faculty member will have an academic appointment in The Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science commensurate with prior background.

The Department of Clinical Genomics in Rochester, MN is part of the Enterprise Clinical Genomics Department across all Mayo Clinic sites. The department is committed to transforming clinical practice by developing, analyzing, and rapidly diffusing innovative solutions to deliver high value care to our patients. Clinical Genomics research has a well-developed infrastructure that supports conducting early feasibility and multi-center basic and translational research and clinical trials that includes staff with expertise in study development, assessment, start-up, and conduct. The Clinical Genomics research portfolio at Mayo Clinic is supported by NIH grants, foundation awards, and philanthropic gifts. The Department of Clinical Genomics partners with several departments and centers within Mayo Clinic, including the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Center for Regenerative Medicine, Center for Individualized Medicine, Center for Clinical and Translational Science, and Center for the Science of Health Care Delivery.

Qualifications

Board-certified MD or MD/PhD candidate highly skilled in functional, translational, therapeutic, computational, and/or clinical trial research with a broad understanding of genetics and genomics and expertise in integrating novel technologies into clinical practice.

Exemption Status

Exempt

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. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Marissa Tarara

Equal opportunity

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.