Physician Scientist – Clinical Genomics
Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Rochester
Posted on: January 9, 2026
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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. 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 Department of Clinical Genomics
at Mayo Clinic is seeking a Physician with a research program to
combine clinical and research careers at Mayo Clinc. This is a
position intended to grow the departmental research program leading
to important discoveries and clinical applications that will impact
currently unmet needs of patients with rare and common genetic
disorders. We are seeking a board-certified MD or MD/PhD candidate
highly skilled in functional, translational, therapeutic,
computational, and/or clinical trial research with a broad
understanding of genetics and genomics and expertise in integrating
novel technologies into clinical practice. Candidates must possess
research experience as well as proficiency in directing and
designing program projects, facilitating and promoting early
feasibility and first-in-human clinical trials, securing extramural
funding, and a strong publication record. A proven record of
collaborative science endeavors also is desired to work with
researchers on initiatives and priorities in AI, immunology,
cancer, exposome, discovery science, and entrepreneurship at the
Mayo campus. Mayo Clinic’s values of teamwork and collaboration are
essential to providing integrated research and medical and surgical
care to patients with complex conditions. The faculty member will
have an academic appointment in The Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
and Science commensurate with prior background. The Department of
Clinical Genomics in Rochester, MN is part of the Enterprise
Clinical Genomics Department across all Mayo Clinic sites. The
department is committed to transforming clinical practice by
developing, analyzing, and rapidly diffusing innovative solutions
to deliver high value care to our patients. Clinical Genomics
research has a well-developed infrastructure that supports
conducting early feasibility and multi-center basic and
translational research and clinical trials that includes staff with
expertise in study development, assessment, start-up, and conduct.
The Clinical Genomics research portfolio at Mayo Clinic is
supported by NIH grants, foundation awards, and philanthropic
gifts. The Department of Clinical Genomics partners with several
departments and centers within Mayo Clinic, including the
Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Department of
Quantitative Health Sciences, Center for Regenerative Medicine,
Center for Individualized Medicine, Center for Clinical and
Translational Science, and Center for the Science of Health Care
Delivery. Qualifications • Board-certified MD or MD/PhD • Highly
skilled in functional, translational, therapeutic, computational,
and/or clinical trial research with a broad understanding of
genetics and genomics and expertise in integrating novel
technologies into clinical practice.
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