Postdoctoral Fellow - Naseer Sangwan Lab

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

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System is offering a postdoctoral fellowship in the Naseer Sangwan Lab at the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus. The position supports independent research with supervision by a principal investigator, focusing on microbiome-related topics and cancer signaling pathways.

The appointment follows the NIH NRSA Postdoctoral Salary Scale, with compensation tied to postdoctoral experience and is expected to last up to five years.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD required.
• MD with relevant laboratory experience may substitute for PhD.
• Previous experience in a research or academic setting is preferred.
• Scientific writing experience is preferred.
• English proficiency may be required for visa-related statuses.

Responsibilities

• Independent project design with goals of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation.
• Manage mouse breeding colonies.
• Surgical procedures on mice (tissue collection).
• Organoid development and extension.
• Nucleic acid extraction and molecular assays.

Skills

Independent project design

Mouse breeding

Surgical procedures on mice

Organoid development

Nucleic acid extraction

Molecular assays

Scientific writing

Education

PhD or MD/PhD

MD with relevant laboratory experience substitute

Job description

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Job Title

Postdoctoral Fellow - Naseer Sangwan Lab

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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: Naseer Sangwan, PhD

Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Microbial Sciences in Health

Lab Research Topics:

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

For more information about the lab’s research, contact Dr. Sangwan at [e-mail]

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

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