Biotech Jobs at Mayo Clinic with Visa Sponsorship
Mayo Clinic's biotech roles span research, laboratory science, and translational medicine, drawing international talent across disciplines from genomics to clinical diagnostics. The organization has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for qualified biotech professionals, making it a viable target if you're navigating work authorization.
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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
Dr. Brad B. Smith's lab is hiring one postdoctoral fellow to join his Arizona team. This Research Fellow may support the day-to-day operations of an academic research program. This will include assisting with manuscript preparation and submission, supporting grant development activities, coordinating research documentation, and managing research data in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements. The individual may provide general study support across multiple projects, working closely with investigators, research staff, and collaborators to ensure timely and organized execution of research activities. The Research Fellow may observe areas where their research directly impacts clinical care with opportunities to improve processes and feedback mechanisms.
A Research Fellow in Engineering (ENG) is based on role and responsibilities requiring Engineering skills regardless of Ph.D. background. Main skills used in this track may include setting up mechanical research equipment, developing experimental protocols, knowledge of machine learning algorithms, implementing protocols, and/or providing engineering technical expertise and analysis. Responsibilities (depending upon area of research) may also involve use of x-ray computed tomography (CT), radiation dosimetry, x-ray physics, and proficiency in Matlab and/or C++ programs. May work in a special engineering group, process and test algorithms, informatics, data for computer programming, and implement algorithms to apply to concepts, research, and clinical applications and devices.
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
Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the program. Research Fellow is appropriate for individuals who have completed no more than one prior postdoctoral fellowship, at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
$68,564.00 to $80,210.00 per 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
M to F
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
Lei Feng
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 – 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
Dr. Brad B. Smith's lab is hiring one postdoctoral fellow to join his Arizona team. This Research Fellow may support the day-to-day operations of an academic research program. This will include assisting with manuscript preparation and submission, supporting grant development activities, coordinating research documentation, and managing research data in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements. The individual may provide general study support across multiple projects, working closely with investigators, research staff, and collaborators to ensure timely and organized execution of research activities. The Research Fellow may observe areas where their research directly impacts clinical care with opportunities to improve processes and feedback mechanisms.
A Research Fellow in Engineering (ENG) is based on role and responsibilities requiring Engineering skills regardless of Ph.D. background. Main skills used in this track may include setting up mechanical research equipment, developing experimental protocols, knowledge of machine learning algorithms, implementing protocols, and/or providing engineering technical expertise and analysis. Responsibilities (depending upon area of research) may also involve use of x-ray computed tomography (CT), radiation dosimetry, x-ray physics, and proficiency in Matlab and/or C++ programs. May work in a special engineering group, process and test algorithms, informatics, data for computer programming, and implement algorithms to apply to concepts, research, and clinical applications and devices.
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
Must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a field deemed relevant by the program. Research Fellow is appropriate for individuals who have completed no more than one prior postdoctoral fellowship, at Mayo Clinic or elsewhere.
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
$68,564.00 to $80,210.00 per 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
M to F
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
Lei Feng
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Biotech Jobs at Mayo Clinic Jobs
Align your credentials to Mayo's research focus
Mayo Clinic's biotech hiring centers on translational research and clinical application, not pure bench science. Frame your CV around patient-adjacent outcomes, published work, or diagnostic innovation to match the roles they actually fill.
Confirm specialty occupation fit before applying
H-1B eligibility requires your role to qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS criteria. For biotech at Mayo, roles tied to a specific degree field like biochemistry, molecular biology, or biomedical engineering hold up strongest in adjudication.
Target roles tied to funded research programs
Mayo Clinic's sponsored positions often sit within active research programs and grant-funded initiatives. Roles attached to ongoing studies are more likely to have employer-initiated sponsorship pathways already in motion when you apply.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open biotech roles
Finding verified sponsorship-eligible positions at a large institution takes time without the right filter. Use Migrate Mate to browse Mayo Clinic's open biotech jobs by visa type so you're only targeting roles where sponsorship is confirmed.
Clarify sponsorship timing during offer negotiations
Mayo Clinic files H-1B petitions on behalf of selected candidates, but the internal approval process takes time. Ask HR directly whether your role qualifies for cap-exempt filing, which applies to certain nonprofit research institutions and removes the lottery constraint.
Prepare PERM documentation early for Green Card paths
EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship at Mayo involves a DOL-supervised PERM labor certification process. Gather your degree transcripts, prior employment records, and any foreign credential evaluations before your offer is finalized so the process starts without delay.
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Find Biotech at Mayo Clinic JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Mayo Clinic sponsor H-1B visas for Biotechs?
Yes, Mayo Clinic sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying biotech roles. Because Mayo operates as a nonprofit research and clinical institution, certain positions may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B filing, meaning they fall outside the annual lottery. This is a meaningful advantage if you missed the regular cap or need to start sooner than the October 1 start date allows.
How do I apply for Biotech jobs at Mayo Clinic?
Applications go through Mayo Clinic's careers portal, where you can filter by department and location. Before applying, confirm the role description includes sponsorship language or reach out to the recruiter directly. You can also browse verified sponsorship-eligible biotech openings at Mayo Clinic through Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles where visa sponsorship has been confirmed.
Which visa types does Mayo Clinic commonly use for Biotech roles?
Mayo Clinic sponsors H-1B visas most frequently for biotech professionals, along with J-1 visas for researchers in exchange visitor programs. TN visas are available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying science roles. For longer-term pathways, Mayo also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for positions requiring advanced degrees or specialized experience.
What qualifications does Mayo Clinic expect for Biotech positions?
Most biotech roles at Mayo Clinic require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as molecular biology, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, or a closely adjacent discipline. Research-focused positions often expect a master's or Ph.D. Practical laboratory experience, familiarity with regulatory or clinical research environments, and published or applied research output strengthen your candidacy significantly.
How do I plan my timeline when pursuing sponsorship for a Biotech role at Mayo Clinic?
If your role is cap-subject, USCIS accepts H-1B petitions in early April for an October 1 start, so align your offer timeline accordingly. Cap-exempt filings at Mayo can proceed year-round with no lottery. For F-1 OPT holders, factor in your OPT expiration and apply early enough to allow time for petition filing before your current work authorization lapses.
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