Postdoctoral Fellow - Kewal Asosingh and Serpil Erzurum lab

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System in Cleveland is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Kewal Asosingh and Serpil Erzurum lab. This training position offers hands-on research under a principal investigator, with NIH NRSA salary scale based on postdoctoral experience.

Candidates with a PhD or MD/PhD are encouraged to apply. The program aims to complete within five years and emphasizes data generation, analysis, and manuscript preparation.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD required.
• MD with relevant laboratory experience may substitute for PhD.
• English proficiency proof required for candidates arriving on J-1, J-2, or F1 + OPT visa status
• Previous experience in a research or academic setting. Graduate student experience meets this requirement.
• Scientific writing experience

Responsibilities

• Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
• Write and publish
• Maintain compliance
• Build independent academic skills

Education

PhD or MD/PhD required

MD with relevant laboratory experience may substitute for PhD

Job description

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Job Title

Postdoctoral Fellow - Kewal Asosingh and Serpil Erzurum 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

Principal Investigator: Kewal Asosingh, Ph.D and Serpil Erzurum, M.D.

Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Inflammation & Immunity

Lab Research Topics:

• Flow cytometry
• Lung biology
• Asthma
• Pulmonary arterial hypertension
• Metabolism
• For more information about the lab’s research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/inflammation-immunity/asosingh/ and https://www.lerner.ccf.org/inflammation-immunity/erzurum/ or contact Dr. Asosingh at [e-mail].

Job Responsibilities:

• Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
• Write and publish
• Maintain compliance
• Build independent academic skills

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

Keywords: Postdoc, Research, LRI

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