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Responsibilities

The Mayo Vaccine Research Group is seeking a Research Technologist with a background in immunology to join our fast-paced and highly visible research team. This individual will be responsible for conducting a broad range of studies assessing immune responses to vaccines against viral pathogens including: SARS-CoV-2, vaccinia virus, monkeypox, influenza, measles, mumps, rubella, zika, varicella zoster, and others. Therefore, the position will support multiple NIH-funded projects and will include a variety of research-related tasks including but not limited to:

1. Grow, quantitate, and characterize virus stocks

2. Conduct routine assays to assess immune responses including: ELISPOTs, ELISAs, functional T/B cell assays, HAI assays, PRNT assays, flow cytometry-based assays

3. Process blood and blood product biospecimens from study participants

4. Perform cell/tissue culture, as well as molecular biology assays (e.g., WB, PCR, DNA/RNA extraction) as needed in support of lab goals and grant commitments

5. Participate in animal studies evaluating vaccine candidates

6. Maintain lab equipment

7. Manage lab supply and biospecimen inventory

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience working successfully in an immunology or virology laboratory setting. They will also exhibit critical thinking, curiosity, a strong work ethic, professional recordkeeping and communication skills, and the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced team environment. The candidate should be highly organized and able to contribute to multiple projects. The applicant will be expected to develop technical competency in new assays and to consistently follow established laboratory protocols. While not a requirement, the position will provide ample writing and publishing opportunities if desired. A commitment of 3 or more years is preferred.

For more information on the Vaccine Research Group’s activities, please visit:

https://www.mayo.edu/research/labs/vaccine-research-group/overview

https://www.mayo.edu/research/faculty/kennedy-richard-b-ph-d/bio-00027442

https://www.mayo.edu/research/faculty/poland-gregory-a-m-d/bio-00078220

Qualifications

Qualifications: Requires bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other relevant science.

Additional Qualifications: Must exhibit a solid understanding of lab techniques, equipment, and safety. Must have the ability to organize and carry out laboratory techniques independently and in a team setting. Experience with basic data analysis is required. This position requires demonstrated writing skills.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$26.12 - 39.18 / hour; 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

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Weekend Schedule

On rare occasion, certain assignments/projects may require a few hours of work on the weekends.

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)

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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

Stephanie Baird

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.