Research Fellow-Cellular Immunotherapy & Immunoengineering
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
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. 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. Responsibilities 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 universitys Registrar office indicating you have
fulfilled all doctoral program requirements and are eligible to
graduate. Qualifications 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.
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