Postdoctoral Fellow – Timothy Chan Lab

Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland, OH

ID: 7121155 (Ref.No. ccf17618229)
Posted: January 13, 2023
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

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: Timothy Chan, MD, PhD

Lerner Research Institute Department: Center for Immunotherapy and Precision Immuno-Oncology 

Lab Research Topics:

  • Molecular/cellular biology
  • Immunology; genetics
  • Genomics
  • Cancer progression and therapeutic response
  • Biology, Biochemistry
  • For more information about the lab’s research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/citi/

Job Responsibilities:

  • Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation.
  • Reports and assists with the management of protocol deviations, adverse events and other project-related issues.
  • Conducts research focused on immunotherapy and cancer genomics.
  • Plans, organizes, performs and monitors daily project protocols.
  • Collects, prepares and maintains required research documentation, including informed consent records, case records, clinical notes and medical reports.

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:

  • PhD in an appropriate scientific field such as Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or other similar science major. 

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:

Full applications including curriculum vitae, a summary of current and future research interests and expected availability date, a description of past research experience and accomplishments, selected reprints of publications and three references should be submitted 

Keywords: Postdoc, Research, LRI



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