Postdoctoral Fellow – Mihriban Karaayvaz Lab
- Cleveland Clinic
- Location: Cleveland, OH
- Job Number: 7127849 (Ref #: ccf17957762)
- Posting Date: Mar 10, 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: Mihriban Karaayvaz, PhD
Lerner Research Institute Department: Genomic Medicine Institute
Lab Research Topics:
- Breast cancer genetics and genomics
- Cell signaling pathways
- Cancer Bioinformatics
- Tissue microenvironment
- Tissue imaging
- For more information about the lab’s research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/genomic-medicine/karaayvaz/#lab-research or contact Dr. Mihriban Karaayvaz at [email protected]
Job Responsibilities:
- Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
- Lead independent research projects
- Assist and train other lab personnel
- Perform teamwork
- Effectively communicate orally and verbally
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:
- Experience in bioinformatics analyses
- Experience in image analysis
- Experience in machine learning
- Experience in CRISPR/Cas9 engineering
- Experience in mouse studies
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: All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Dr. Mihriban Karaayvaz at [email protected].
- CV
- Cover letter
- Contact information for 3 references
Keywords: Postdoc, Research, LRI, Cancer, Genomics, Genetics, Cell biology, Molecular biology, Machine learning, Imaging, Bioinformatics
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