Research Fellow-LS-PC-Hematology Oncology-Kase
Job ID 362263 Date posted 07/08/2025 Job Expiration Date 11/30/2025- Jacksonville, FL
- Full Time
- Research
- Remote: No
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- 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 laboratory of Dr. Adam Kase, a genitourinary medical oncologist, physician-scientist, and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking a highly motivated and innovative postdoctoral fellow to join our growing team in Hematology/Oncology. While Dr. Kase’s laboratory is newly established, this position will be supported and trained by experienced staff in the Copland Lab, ensuring a strong foundation for success. The lab focuses on target discovery, therapeutic development, and translational cancer research. This position offers projects ranging from novel molecular targets to next-generation therapeutics (e.g., small molecules, monoclonal antibodies, CAR T therapies) advancing toward clinical trials. Projects will involve drug screening, analysis of patient tumor tissue derived cells in 3-dimensional cultures, patient tumor derived xenograft mouse models, and novel transgenic mouse models. Will have collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of immunologists, pharmacologists, oncologists, pathologists, surgeons, in silico drug design experts, bioinformaticians, statisticians, clinical trial specialists and business development experts.
This position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact research within the collaborative and innovation-driven environment of Mayo Clinic. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience and mentorship to pursue a career as an independent investigator.
For more information about Dr. Kase, see https://www.mayoclinic.org/biographies/kase-adam-m-m-d/bio-20543157 and for Dr. Copland see https://www.mayo.edu/research/labs/cancer-biology-translational-research/overview
Qualifications
Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in molecular biology, cancer biology, or a related field. Research Fellow is appropriate for individuals who have completed no more than one prior postdoctoral fellowship, at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere.
Preferred qualifications:
• Strong background in molecular and cellular biology techniques.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated research productivity through peer-reviewed publications, with preference for first-author papers.
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with in vivo models.
The following is required for completeness of application:
- Current curriculum vitae with bibliography
- 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.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
$64,079- $74,963/ year; 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
Varies
Weekend Schedule
Varies
International Assignment
No
Site Description
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Recruiter
Amy Hoffman
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