Postdoctoral Fellow - Naseer Sangwan Lab

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Microbial Sciences in Health invites highly motivated researchers for a postdoctoral training position under a Cleveland Clinic Principal Investigator. This program, through Cleveland Clinic Research, is expected to last up to five years and follows the NIH NRSA Postdoctoral Salary Scale based on postdoctoral experience.

Responsibilities include independent project design, data generation, mouse breeding, surgical tissue collection, organoid development,

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD required.
• English proficiency required for visa holders (J-1/J-2/F1+OPT).
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Independent project design to generate data, analyze and interpret results, and prepare manuscripts.
• Manage mouse breeding colonies and perform surgical tissue collection.
• Organoid development and expansion; nucleic acid extraction and molecular assays.

Skills

Scientific writing

English proficiency

Collaboration

Education

PhD or MD/PhD

Tools

Mouse handling

Molecular assays

Organoid culture

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 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.

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:

Naseer Sangwan, PhD

Cleveland Clinic Research Department:

Microbial Sciences in Health

Lab Research Topics:

• Microbiome
• Host-Microbiome Interactions
• Immunology
• Cancer signaling pathways

Responsibilities:

• Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
• Manage mouse breeding colonies
• Surgical procedures on mice (tissue collection)
• Organnoid development and extention
• Nueclic acid extraction and molecular assays

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
• Reference list

Keywords:

Postdoc, Reserach, Host-microbiome interactions, Multiomics, Organoids

Pay Range

• Minimum Annual Salary: $31,200.00
• Maximum Annual Salary: $95,000.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).