Research Fellow-Neuroscience

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: January 9, 2026

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. 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 Rossoll Lab at Mayo Clinic Florida is recruiting a Postdoctoral Fellow to study the molecular and proteomic mechanisms underlying TDP-43 and tau proteinopathies associated with ALS/FTD and Alzheimer’s disease. This position offers a unique opportunity to explore how disease-linked proteins such as TDP-43 and tau interact with cellular pathways that govern phase behavior, solubility, and neurotoxicity. The fellow will apply state-of-the-art proteomic profiling (IP-MS and proximity labeling), molecular and cell biology, and advanced imaging approaches to uncover protein networks that drive or protect against neurodegeneration. The research environment provides access to world-class facilities including the Mayo Clinic Multi-Omics Mass Spectrometry Core, Brain Bank, and collaborative links to the neuroscience community at Mayo Clinic Florida. The position offers an opportunity to work in a highly interactive neuroscience community at Mayo Clinic Florida, with access to world-class facilities and other resources, including the brain bank. A Research Fellow position in Life Sciences (LS) will require knowledge of either clinical-based research or laboratory-based research often obtained from a postdoctoral program. 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. Qualifications We are looking for candidates who: • Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Cell or Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or a related field • Expertise in molecular and cell biology, fluorescence microscopy, and/or proteomics • Strong interest in neurodegenerative mechanisms and protein network biology • Motivation to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research team

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