Research Fellow - Prakash Lab

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. 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 laboratory of Y.S. Prakash, MD, PhD (~~~) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to participate in research on Neonatal and Adult Lung Diseases funded by multiple NIH grants.

The lab seeks to understand clinically-relevant questions such as 1) Why do premature babies exposed to oxygen or mechanical ventilation develop lung disease? 2) How is asthma maintained and exacerbated? 3) Why do elderly patients develop asthma? 4) What are novel therapies to address airway fibrosis in lung disease in children or adults? The lab uses in vitro models of human cells and tissues, animal models of lung diseases across the age spectrum, and state of the art technologies.

Examples of projects open to candidates include: A) Impact of oxygen and mechanical ventilation on premature airways; B) Cellular senescence in the perinatal airway; C) Mechanosensitive pathways in airway health and disease; D) Novel GPCR signaling in asthma.

Candidates must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field. Candidates with experience in domains such as biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology, pharmacology and cell signaling, physiology and/or animal models are encouraged to apply. Experience in emerging areas such as multi-omics (genomics, proteomics, spatial transcriptomics) is welcomed. Previous experience in the study of airway structure and function is not required. Candidates should have a strong work ethic and good oral and written communication skills.

Applicants should submit their CV, a cover letter containing a brief statement of how her/his expertise can contribute to the research described above and contact information for three references to: ~~~

Laboratory: Prakash is a senior clinician-scientist and leader in physiology, anesthesiology and lung disease research. He is the Chair of Physiology and BME, and Vice Dean of Research at Mayo Clinic. His longstanding program on lung diseases such as asthma across the age spectrum is currently funded by multiple NHLBI R01s and substantial intramural support. The lab is particularly interested in structural cells (airway smooth muscle, fibroblasts, epithelium, nerves) and how they interact throughout life and contribute to wheezing in babies and children through to adult asthma across the lifespan. A highly collaborative team includes experienced technicians, postdoctoral and clinical fellows and research associates guided by the principle that " You Are Only As Good As The People You Work With ."

A Research Fellow position in Life Sciences (LS) will require knowledge of either clinical-based research or laboratory-based research often obtained from a postdoctoral program.

A Research Fellow at Mayo Clinic is a temporary position intended to provide training and education in research. Individuals will train in the research program of a Mayo Clinic principal investigator. Qualified individuals will demonstrate the potential for research as evidenced by their training and peer-reviewed publications and should become competitive for national research grants. Proof of English proficiency is required for J-1 Short-Term Scholars, Research Scholars, Professors, Specialists, and Student Interns sponsored by Mayo Clinic.

Qualifications

Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the program. Research Fellow is appropriate for individuals who have completed no more than one prior postdoctoral fellowship, at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

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

regular business hours

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. (~~~)

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

Beza Dejene

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.