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Job Title
Postdoctoral Fellow - Phoebe Lin Lab
Location
Cleveland
Facility
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Department
Job Code
X1004
Shift
Variable
Schedule
12:00am-12:00am
Job Summary
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 Cleveland Clinic Research. 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. Compensation follows the NIH NRSA Postdoctoral Salary Scale based on total years of postdoctoral experience.
Job Details
NIH NRSA Postdoctoral Salary Scale
Years of Experience: Stipend for FY 2026
0: $63,480
1: $63,900
2: $64,380
3: $66,948
4: $69,180
5: $71,748
6: $74,424
7 or More: $77,076
We prefer to hire a post-doctoral candidate with genuine interest in the scientific process, conduct of high level rigorous and reproducible experiments, keen eye for design of novel experiments, and some degree of comfort with immunological assays including flow cytometry and single cell RNA sequencing, along with the computational analysis that is associated with these assays. The individual should be a generous team player and desire to continue in the field long-term.
Principal Investigator: Phoebe Lin, MD, PhD
Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Ophthalmic Research
Lab Research Topics:
Ocular immunology and uveitis
Gut immunology
Age-related macular degeneration
Microbiome
Metabolome
For more information about the lab's research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/ophthalmic-research/lin/#lab-investigator or contact Dr. Lin at linp3@ccf.org
Responsibilities:
Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
Flow cytometry
Use models of macular degeneration and uveitis
Single cell RNA sequencing
Microbiome sequencing
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:
Metabolomics and analysis
Educator for trainees
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:
Cover letter describing your research interests, relevant experience, and fit for the role.
Curriculum vitae, including a full publication list and links to code/software where available.
Names and contact details of two to three referees
All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Phoebe Lin at linp3@ccf.org
Keywords:
Postdoc, Research
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