Post-Doctoral Associate

About the Job

The Clinical Chemistry Fellowship Program at the University of
Minnesota, Twin Cities, is accredited by the Commission on
Accreditation in Clinical Chemistry (COMACC). This is a two-year
program for postdocs or one-year program for MDs. The Program’s
principal objective is to educate, train, and prepare
clinical chemists to provide leadership in the field of clinical
chemistry and other areas of clinical laboratory science, who will
be active in research and who will serve the needs of physicians
and patients. The Program strives to balance and integrate patient
care, clinical service, management, research, education, and
administration into the training curriculum.

Educational Objectives (adopted from the COMACC standards
and guidelines)

• A fellow should be able to demonstrate competency in directing

clinical services and proficiency for initiating independent (or
collaborative) research projects.

• A fellow should be able to teach others (residents, graduate

students, medical students, medical technologists, etc.).

• A fellow must serve effectively as a consultant to physicians

in the interpretation of reported laboratory values.

• A fellow should be familiar and up to date with the newest

tests, disease markers and technologies in the field of clinical
chemistry.

• A fellow should be a source of information in his/her field and

educate his/her colleagues about the most recent findings in
clinical chemistry by speaking at Grand Rounds, staff meetings,
etc.

• A fellow must be thoroughly grounded in the theory, operation,

and maintenance of instrumentation, methodology, and the quality
control measures applicable to the modern clinical laboratory.

• A fellow must be a competent manager of people, capital

equipment, budgetary resources, and have a working knowledge of the
ethics of medicine and science.

Rotations

Fellows will have the following rotations:

• Pre- and Post-analytical Systems (1 month)
• General Chemistry (1 month)
• Special Chemistry (1 month)
• Biochemical Genetics (1 month)
• Toxicology and Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (1 month)
• Lab Management (1 month)
• Immunology (2 weeks)
• Molecular Pathology (2 weeks)
• Coagulation (2 weeks)
• Hematology (2 weeks)

Responsibilities

On-Call Duties : Fellows are expected to be on-call
(carrying the chemistry pager) according to the Chemistry Call
schedule. Additionally while on call fellows are expected to
address emails related to patient or testing issues sent by the
faculty on the service. Fellows are required to fill out Chemistry
Call Documentation Sheet to document the calls. Calls should always
be discussed with faculty whenever possible. This is especially the
case when fellows just start the fellowship training (e.g., within
12 months). Fellows should be prepared to present these calls at
the weekly Chemistry Rounds held every Thursday. All the calls that
fellows dealt with during the fellowship will be scanned into a
file and kept in the fellow’s permanent record.

Qualifications

Ph.D., MD or equivalent is required.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range : $71,862 - 76,589.00; de pending on
education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more
information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional

training

• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling

at no cost

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this
position, please click the Apply button and follow the
instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an
online application for the position and attach a cover letter and
resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing
your "My Activities" page and uploading documents there.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity
and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its
employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is
committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying
identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and
opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without
regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender,
age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
To learn more about diversity at the U:
http://diversity.umn.edu.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please
e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful
completion of a background check. Our presumption is that
prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal
convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.

All employees at the University of Minnesota are required to either
attest that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or agree to
comply with the University's testing requirement. To learn more
please visit: https://safe-campus.umn.edu/return-campus/get-the-vax

In the coming weeks the University will move from attestation to
requiring all faculty and staff systemwide to submit proof of
vaccination.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the
largest public research universities in the country, offering
undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of
opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one
of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities,
students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from
extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers,
international corporations, government agencies, and arts,
nonprofit, and public service organizations.