Postdoctoral Fellow - Michaela Gack Lab

Cleveland Clinic; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Florida Research and Innovation Center in Port St. Lucie invites highly motivated individuals with a PhD or MD/PhD to apply for a postdoctoral training position.

Under the supervision of a Principal Investigator, you will gain practical experience in immunology, virology, cell and molecular biology while contributing to data generation, analysis, and manuscript preparation. The program spans up to five years.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD required.
• MD with relevant lab experience may substitute for PhD.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in immunology, virology, cell biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation.
• Plan, design, and conduct research experiments.
• Work collaboratively and collegially as part of a team while developing skills needed as an independent scientist.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication, presentation, and future research.
• Participate in various lab activities.

Skills

Independent project design

Data analysis

Manuscript writing

Education

PhD

MD/PhD

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 will be located at the Florida Research & Innovation Center in Port St. Lucie, Florida. 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.

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:

Michaela Gack, PhD

Cleveland Clinic Research Department:

Florida Research and Innovation Center

Lab Research Topics:

• Immunology
• Virology
• Cell Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry

For more information about the lab's research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/fric/

Job Responsibilities:

• Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
• Plan, design, and conduct research experiments
• Work collaboratively and collegially as part of a team while developing skills needed as an independent scientist
• Prepare manuscripts for publication, presentation, and future research
• Participate in various lab activities

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:

• Candidate must be highly motivated
• Candidate with a background in immunology virology or closely
• Candidate must have a Ph.D. or an equivalent degree

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
• A brief description of research experience
• List of publications
• 3 references

Keywords:

Postdoc, Research, FRIC, Global Center for Pathogen Research and Human Health

Pay Range

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.