Clinical Microbiologist

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN seeks a Clinical Microbiologist to join the staff of the Division of Clinical Microbiology. The Division comprises 7 laboratories with current staff of 412 personnel (including 7 laboratory directors) and performs an extensive array of testing for the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases to serve both Mayo Clinic patients and clients of Mayo Clinic Laboratories. 

Responsibilities for this position include co-directorship of Molecular Microbiology Laboratory, with additional responsibilities supporting the Division of Clinical Microbiology. Teaching of allied health staff, medical students, residents and fellows, as well as the development/evaluation of new tests is an expectation. A research and development team is available to assist with test verification, development and validation. 

Candidates must hold a M.D. degree and be board-eligible/-certified in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, and Medical Microbiology by the American Board of Pathology, or a Ph.D. in microbiology and be board-eligible/-certified in Medical Microbiology by the American Board of Medical Microbiology, with training, expertise, and strong interest in molecular diagnostics including next generation sequencing, microbial genomics, and microbial bioinformatics. The position carries an academic appointment in the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, rank commensurate with experience. The compensation package at Mayo Clinic is competitive and includes exceptional professional benefits.

Interested candidates should apply to this job posting.  Please include a Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and 3 letters of reference.

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