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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
Mayo Clinic seeks applicants for a one- or two-year post-baccalaureate research experience in empirical bioethics research.
The Graduate Research Appointment (GRA) at Mayo Clinic is a post-baccalaureate appointment for individuals with an interest in biomedical research. The primary purpose is to provide a post-baccalaureate research experience that applies skills in science, technology, engineering or math to biomedical research including basic science or translational research. GRA participants will have the opportunity to participate in selected graduate classes and seminars while working in this role.
The Biomedical Ethics GRA program is designed for individuals with a bachelor's degree who have an interest in conducting research on topics in bioethics using empirical methods (surveys, interviews, focus groups, chart review). Research work is supplemented by weekly seminars, optional graduate school courses, and optional clinical shadowing opportunities, giving participants an experience that will help them decide on a career path related to biomedical ethics. In addition, the experience can increase the participant’s competitiveness and preparation for the next step in their career. Past trainees have gone on to study at graduate, medical, and law schools across the United States.
Successful applicants will be:
• Committed to pursuing a career related to biomedical ethics
• Able to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Proficient in written and verbal communication
• Competent in identifying relevant peer-reviewed publications on specialized research topics
• Able to demonstrate interest in biomedical ethics and its methods through past coursework or research
Up to three candidates will be selected to begin in Summer 2026. The application deadline is 11:59 pm CST Monday, February 16, 2026
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree
• Interest in biomedical ethics research
• Authorization to work and remain in the United States, without necessity for Mayo Clinic sponsorship now, or in the future (for example, be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident, refugee or asylee)
This position will require a MN background check
Candidates must attach the following to the application to be considered:
• Cover letter describing career goals and how biomedical ethics research relates to those goals
• Resume/CV
• 5–10-page writing sample, preferably on a topic in biomedical ethics
• Current, unofficial college transcript
• 1-2 letters of recommendation from research mentors or undergraduate professors sent directly to Dr. Richard Sharp at bioethics@mayo.edu. Two letters are strongly recommended.
Students that do not meet these criteria do not qualify. Applicants who do include the required items listed above will not be considered.
Applicants who will be enrolled in Graduate or Medical School during the GRA appointment are not eligible.
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
This position has a predetermined rate of $20.50 per hour.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
Regular business hours with flexibility for training activities such as clinical shadowing or graduate school courses This position will work remotely and on site in Rochester, MN
Weekend Schedule
none
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
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
Jill Squier