Postdoctoral Fellow - Chao Ma Lab

About the role

The Postdoctoral Fellow – Chao Ma Lab is a professional position within the Cleveland Clinic Research Department, focusing on cutting-edge research in organ-on-a-chip, microfluidics, hematopoietic biology, disease modeling, and cancer bioengineering.

Responsibilities

- Independently design and conduct research projects aimed at generating, analyzing, interpreting data, and preparing manuscripts for publication. - Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present research results at national and international scientific conferences. - Contribute to the development of research projects, grant proposals, and progress reports. - Manage lab operations, develop protocols, and mentor junior researchers.

Requirements

- PhD or MD/PhD degree required; MD with relevant laboratory experience may substitute. - Previous experience in research or academia. - Scientific writing experience. - Excellent writing and communication skills. - Strong research expertise in molecular, cellular, or tissue engineering. - Strong research expertise in immunology, immune-oncology, or immune-engineering. - Strong research expertise in stem cell culture or organoid development. - Strong background in biomedical engineering, microfabrication, bioprinting, lab-on-a-chip, and microfluidics.

Qualifications

- English proficiency required for candidates on J-1, J-2, or F1 + OPT visas. - Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods. - Ability to operate computers and other office equipment. - Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. - Ability to distinguish colors. - Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment. - Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 pounds. - Exposure to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Skills

- Excellent writing and communication skills. - Strong research expertise in molecular, cellular, or tissue engineering. - Strong research expertise in immunology, immune-oncology, or immune-engineering. - Strong research expertise in stem cell culture or organoid development. - Strong background in biomedical engineering, microfabrication, bioprinting, lab-on-a-chip, and microfluidics.

Benefits

- NIH NRSA Postdoctoral Salary Scale. - Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement savings. - Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care. - Paid time off, caregiver discounts, adoption assistance, employee assistance program, and hardship fund. - Maternity and parental leave.

Pay

- Minimum Annual Salary: $31,200.00 - Maximum Annual Salary: $95,000.00

Schedule

Full Time, Variable Shift