[Mayo Clinic](https://www.mayoclinic.org)

August 1, 2026 (Full application deadline)

Stipend and benefits provided; three-year fellowship; 1–2 positions available per year.

Postdoctoral fellowship training to prepare laboratory directors proficient in clinical cytogenetic and molecular genetic testing for human genetic disease.

Board-eligibility with the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) upon completion.

--- ## Description The Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship at Mayo Clinic is a comprehensive, three-year postdoctoral training program designed to prepare fellows for board-eligibility with the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG). The fellowship provides in-depth training in both clinical cytogenetic and molecular genetic testing, equipping fellows to serve as technical laboratory directors skilled in the diagnosis and management of human genetic diseases. The program emphasizes hands-on experience with a broad range of traditional and advanced genomic technologies, as well as management, counseling, and effective communication with healthcare professionals and patients’ families. Fellows benefit from Mayo Clinic’s extensive clinical, educational, and research resources, as well as mentorship from a highly skilled team of board-certified directors, genetic counselors, and laboratory staff. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2026: Full application submission deadline (for positions beginning July 2027) - Applications must be completed with all required documentation by this date the previous year. --- ## Funding Amount - The fellowship provides a competitive stipend and full benefits for the duration of the three-year program. - Typically, 1–2 fellowship positions are available each year. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must hold an M.D., D.O., or Ph.D. (in genetics, human genetics, or a related biomedical science). - International medical graduates must have their credentials reviewed by the ABMGG before applying. - Individuals who have completed an ABMGG-accredited fellowship in biochemical genetics or medical genetics and genomics may be eligible for a two-year track. - All applicants must meet general admissions requirements for the Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online through Mayo Clinic’s Recruit portal (no paper applications accepted). - Required materials include: - Completed application form - Three letters of recommendation (one must be from current program director) - All standard application materials as specified by the Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education - After submission, applicants may be asked to upload additional supplemental documents and complete the recommendation request section. - Selected applicants will be invited for interviews between late October and early December. --- ## Additional Information - The program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). - Fellows gain experience in a high-volume, nationally recognized clinical laboratory. - Upon completion, fellows are eligible to sit for the general and specialty ABMGG examinations. - The training environment includes opportunities for research, clinical assay development, and teaching. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/laboratory-genetics-and-genomics-fellowship-minnesota/) - [Application Process Details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/laboratory-genetics-and-genomics-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/) - [Curriculum Information](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/laboratory-genetics-and-genomics-fellowship-minnesota/curriculum/) - [Meet the Faculty](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/laboratory-genetics-and-genomics-fellowship-minnesota/meet-the-faculty/) - [General Admissions and Benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |---------------------|------------------------------|----------------------------------------|---------------| | Ross Rowsey, Ph.D. | Program Director | [Rowsey.Ross@mayo.edu](mailto:Rowsey.Ross@mayo.edu) | | | Alisa Ta | Education Program Coordinator| [ta.alisa@mayo.edu](mailto:ta.alisa@mayo.edu) | 507-284-2404 | | General Inquiries | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science | [Contact Form](https://college.mayo.edu/admissions-and-tuition/contact/) | 507-255-9200 |

Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship

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