Postdoctoral Fellow - David A. Zidar Lab

About the role

We seek a bright post doctoral candidate with an analytic/computation background who seeks to improve the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease by deeply understanding immunologic processes germane to hemodynamic alterations, neuroendocrine activation, cardiometabolic stimulation, hypoxia, aging, and longevity.

Principal Investigator

David A. Zidar MD, PhD Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Heart, Blood and Kidney Research

Lab Research Topics

- Systems biology - Immunology - Cardiology

Responsibilities

- Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation - Basic laboratory skills - Creative scientific enthusiasm

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

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 - Research statement - Reference list

Pay Range

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

Benefits

- Health Plan Options - Dental Care - Vision Care - Flexible Spending Accounts - Life Insurance - Short- and Long-term Disability Coverage - Cleveland Clinic Investment Pension Plan - 401(k)/403(b) Plan - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Caregiver discounts - Adoption assistance - Employee Assistance Program - Employee Hardship Fund - Paid maternity and parental leave