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.
I am seeking highly motivated, independent and creative individuals with excellent experimental and English communication (wrtitten and verbal) skills. Research experience in CNS vascular biology and/or retinal cell biology, expertise in computational biology (R, Python etc) and RNA-sequencing analyses will also be highly helpful.The candidate must be willing to work with live mice and mouse tissue. The candidate must have a PhD and/or and MD as well as a track record of publishing peer-reviewed primary research articles. Students who are finishing their PhD degree and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
Principal Investigator: Saptarshi Biswas, PhD
Lerner Research Institute Department: Ophthalmic Research
Lab Research Topics:
- CNS angiogenesis
- Blood-retinal barrier (BRB)
- Blood-brain barrier (BBB)
- Neuroscience and vision science
- Neurovascular unit (NVU)
- For more information about the lab’s research, please contact Dr. Biswas at biswass5@ccf.org.
Job Responsibilities:
- Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
- Independent project development, experiment design
- Independent data interpretation, manuscript preparation
- Perform experiments with mice
- Help mentor students and technicians
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:
- Enthusiatic to apply for grants and fellowships
- Expertise in computational biology (R, Python etc)
- Research experience in vascular biology
- Research experience in mammalian retina
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 of three references
- Research statement
- All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Saptarshi Biswas at biswass5@ccf.org.
Keywords: Postdoc, Research, LRI, Lerner Research Institute, Cole Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Neuroscience, Angiogenesis, Blood-Retinal Barrier, Blood-Brain Barrier
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.
