Research Fellow in Cancer Genetic Epidemiology
Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Rochester
Posted on: March 23, 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 Vachon lab is looking for a
postdoctoral research fellow in cancer genetic epidemiology with
prior computational experience using genotyping and sequencing
data. The research focus of the Vachon lab is to understand genetic
risk factors for cancers, in particular multiple myeloma and MGUS,
the precursor to multiple myeloma, and their contribution to known
clinical risk factors. Using multiple genetic and genomic
approaches, the lab will identify genetic variants associated with
risk of precursors and progression (MGUS, multiple myeloma, and
specifically, those that associate with progression from MGUS to
multiple myeloma). The expectation is the applicant will perform
large-scale genetic association analyses in a cloud computing
environment, manage and extract key information from large genetic
and clinical databases, perform basic statistical analyses, and
communicate study findings through writing of manuscripts. Prior
knowledge and use of genetic association software (e.g. PLINK) and
statistical analysis software (e.g. R) is preferred. Additional
training will be provided. Qualifications Must have a Ph.D., M.D.,
or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the
program.
Keywords: Mayo Clinic, Burnsville , Research Fellow in Cancer Genetic Epidemiology, Healthcare , Rochester, Minnesota
