**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 (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – 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. **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** 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. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations) **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" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) 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 **Equal opportunity** As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.