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Cleveland Clinic Postdoctoral Fellow - Zihua Gong Lab in Cleveland, Ohio
Highly motivated individuals with a PhD or MD/PhD in relevant area are encouraged to apply. This training position, under the direct supervision of a Cleveland Clinic Principal Investigator will provide practical training and experience in a research setting. This position is appointed through the Lerner Research Institute. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a commitment to research, a collaborative work ethic and strong communication skills, both written and verbal. This program is expected to be completed within 5 years.
Our lab is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow interested in DNA repair, replication stress and cancer signaling pathways in cancer treatment. Mouse models have been developed in the lab to address the research questions. The lab employs multi-disciplinary approaches including molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, CRISPR gene editing, and mouse genetics to dissect these mechanisms at both cellular model and mouse model levels.
Principal Investigator: Zihua Gong, MD
Lerner Research Institute Department: Cancer Biology
Lab Research Topics:
DNA Damage and Repair
Replication Stress Response
Cancer Signaling Pathway
Cell and Molecular Biology
For more information about the lab's research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/cancer-biology/gong/ or contact Dr. Gong at gongz@ccf.org .
Job Responsibilities:
Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
Plan, design, and conduct research experiments
Prepare manuscripts for publication, presentation future research
Help train and mentor junior staff
Education:
PhD or MD/PhD required
MD with relevant laboratory experience may substitute for PhD
Languages:
- English Proficiency proof required for candidates arriving on J-1, J-2, or F1 + OPT visa status
Work Experience:
Previous experience in a research or academic setting. Graduate student experience meets this requirement.
Scientific writing experience
Additional Preferred Qualities:
Candidate should act in collegial manner and contribute to a positive lab environment
Candidate should have a background in cell and molecular biology or related fields
Experience in cell culture and basic biochemical and molecule biology techniques is required
Experience in mouse experiments, CRISPR and/or flow cytometry is preferred
Candidate should have excellent communication and organization skills
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
Ability to distinguish color
Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment
Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 pounds
May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- PPE per institutional requirements; may vary by laboratory
Preferred Application Materials:
CV
Cover letter
Contact information for three references
All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Dr. Zihua Gong at gongz@ccf.org .
Keywords: Postdoc, Research, LRI
Pay Range
Minimum hourly: $0.01
Maximum hourly: $333,340.26
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.
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