Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship
Mayo Clinic’s Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship offers three years of advanced training in clinical cytogenetics and molecular genetics for postdoctoral scientists aiming to lead genetic testing laboratories.
Funder: Mayo Clinic
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Stipend and benefits provided; three-year fellowship; 1–2 positions available per year.
Summary: Postdoctoral fellowship training to prepare laboratory directors proficient in clinical cytogenetic and molecular genetic testing for human genetic disease.
Key Information: 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.
