Senior Research Technologist - Epigenomics Development Lab

A Senior Research Technologist position is available immediately in the Epigenomics Development Laboratory (EDL) of the Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. The lab develops and provides high-throughput sequencing-based epigenomic services to Mayo Clinic investigators. Among the EDL expertise are profiling of epigenetic marks and regulatory proteins, chromatin accessibility, and single cell-based epigenomic assays such as scMultiome and scATAC-seq. 

The applicant will be expected to be able to consistently apply established lab protocols, work with minimal supervision, perform assignments independently, and to summarize and communicate the results effectively to customers and supervisors. The applicant is also expected to provide technical support for assay optimization and implementation of new cutting-edge technologies. We are looking for a technically proficient and responsible scientist with strong motivation to provide excellent customer service. Good recordkeeping and communication skills, as well as willingness to work as part of a team are essential.

The following responsibilities are also included in the role as Senior Research Technologist -

• Independently sets up and performs experiments and procedures in support of lab goals and grant commitments (e.g. assays, cell/tissue culture, animal studies, etc.). 
• Contributes to the planning, design and modification of studies and experiments in the research lab setting. 
• Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications. 
• Collects, enters, summarizes, and analyzes data. 
• May oversee and assist with the training of residents, fellows and temporary lab personnel in lab techniques. 
• Works with minimal supervision and performs assignments independently as discussed and approved by Principal Investigator.

• Requires bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other relevant science with 4 years of research laboratory experience. 
• Master's degree in biology, chemistry, or other relevant science preferred.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.  This position is not eligible for F-1 OPT STEM extension.

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