RESEARCH FELLOW-Cellular Immunotherapy & Immunoengineering

The Lab for Cellular Immunotherapy and Immunoengineering (LCII) led by Dr. Gloria Kim (Dr. Gloria Kim Bio) is in the Department of Physiology and Biomedical Engineering and the Department of Immunology at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science at Mayo Clinic. 

Our lab develops and translates next-generation cell therapies for autoimmune diseases, cancer, and transplantation. This position focuses on advancing CAR-Treg therapy to enhance immune regulation in autoimmune diseases and transplantation, in collaboration with industry partners and clinicians to accelerate clinical translation.

We seek individuals eager to leverage expertise in T cell engineering, immunology, and biomedical engineering to uncover immune cell functions and develop innovative therapies. Our research has strong translational potential, with a goal of bringing engineered immune cell therapies into clinical applications.

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.

The following is required for completeness of application:

• Cover letter summarizing research training and accomplishments
• A personal statement of scientific interests and goals
• Current CV with publications and contact information of three references 
• Proof of doctoral degree (copy of diploma or final transcript with English translation, if applicable) or a letter from your university's Registrar office indicating you have fulfilled all doctoral program requirements and are eligible to graduate.

Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in immunology or related technique discipline. Research Fellow is appropriate for individuals who have completed no more than one prior postdoctoral fellowship, at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere.

Ideal candidate: Ph.D. in immunology or related technique discipline and with extensive experience with Treg biology, a track record of success in publications, intramural/extramural funding, and collaborations with clinicians; excellent organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal, and record-keeping skills; ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a laboratory setting; strong leadership and management skills; proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, Illustrator, and Photoshop; strong technical/scientific writing; excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work as part of a diverse team of graduate students, postdocs, and research technologists and promote collaboration/cooperation among teams; and attention to detail; proficiency in cell culture, flow cytometry, Treg cellular characterization, general molecular biology techniques including PCR, cloning, gel electrophoresis, western blotting. Applicants with additional experience in molecular immunology, animal experiments, and/or therapeutic development are strongly considered. 

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.
Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.