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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.

Principal Investigator: Xianfang Wu, PhD

Lerner Research Institute Department: Infection Biology

Lab Research Topics:

• Stem cell

• Innate immunity

• Infectious diseases

• Disease modeling

• Fatty liver diseases

• For more information about the lab's research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/infection-biology/wu/ .

Job Responsibilities:

• Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation

• In vitro stem cell differentiation

• CRISPR-Cas9 mediated genetic editing

• 2D and 3D cell cultures

• Bioinformatic analysis (bulk and single cells RNA-Seq, ATAC-Seq)

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:

• A recent PhD or equivalent degree in molecular biology

• Experience with mammalian cell culture

• First-author publications in peer-reviewed journals

• Strong communication and analytical abilities

• Enthusiasm for basic science research

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

• Contact information for three references

Keywords: Postdoc, Research, LRI, Stem cell differentiation, NAFLD, NASH, Multicellular model, Oncolytic virus, Liver diseases, Liver organoid, Intestinal organoid, Brain organoid, Hepatitis B virus, Hepatitis E virus, Respiratory syncytial virus, Hematopoietic stem cells, Hematopoiesis, Gene regulation, Transcription factors .

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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