BACKGROUND

Mayo Clinic is a world-class health care organization with cutting-edge genetic research programs. The Division of Biomedical Statistics and Informatics (BSI) includes more than 280 experts in biostatistics, bioinformatics, and clinical informatics. Our scientists work collaboratively with basic and clinical researchers, providing analytical and interpretative expertise to enable or validate discoveries with high impact on patient care. BSI also leads in the development of statistical and informatics methodologies to provide novel approaches to analyze biomedical data.

The successful candidate will work under the direction of Dr. Jean-Pierre Kocher, Chair of BSI, and with other BSI scientists.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Division of Biomedical Statistics and Informatics in the Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic (http://www.mayo.edu) in Rochester, Minnesota (http://www.macc-rochester.com) is seeking a bioinformatics Research Associate (RA) with a Ph.D. in bioinformatics or biology/biochemistry with significant bioinformatics experience. The RA in this position will collaborate with Mayo researchers in studies conducted using genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics as well as high throughput sequencing technologies.

REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for the position include programming skills (R and/or SAS), familiarity with data analysis software (Partek, Ingenuity/MetaCore, Genome Studio), and experience in at least one of the following data types: expression microarray, proteomics, array CGH or SNP chips for copy number variation, and next generation sequencing.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates who have excellent written and oral communication skills, an in depth understanding of the biological questions, and are good team players.

TERMS

The position is available immediately and can be renewed yearly.

SALARY & COMPENSATION

Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit organization that integrates research with clinical practices and education in a multi-campus environment. Mayo offers an attractive benefit package. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications, including curriculum vitae and bibliography, cover letter with summary of past accomplishments, as well as three letters of recommendation (sent separately) to:
Tami Rinn
Mayo Clinic in Minnesota
200 First Street SW
Rochester, MN U.S.A. 55905
Email:rinn.tami[at]mayo.edu
Phone Number: 507-284-2618

Mayo Clinic is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and educator.