<p>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.</p> <p>Principal Investigator: Yu-Shang Lee, PhD</p> <p>Lerner Research Institute Department: Neurosciences</p> <p>Lab Research Topics:</p> <ul> <li>Neurotrauma (spinal cord injury and peripheral nerve injury) </li><li>Lower urinary tract disorders </li><li>Inhibitory extracelluar matrix and neuroplasticity </li><li>Neuroinflammation, neuroprotection, nerve regeneration </li><li>Therapeutic development </li></ul> <p>Job Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Behavioral assessment and analysis(motor and bladder) </li><li>Western blot, PCR, and tissue culture </li><li>Histological procedures and confocal image </li><li>Data collection and manuscript preparation </li></ul> <p>Education:</p> <ul> <li>PhD or MD/PhD required </li><li>MD with relevant laboratory experience may substitute for PhD </li></ul> <p>Languages:</p> <ul> <li>English Proficiency proof required for candidates arriving on J-1, J-2, or F1 + OPT visa status </li></ul> <p>Work Experience:</p> <ul> <li>Previous experience in a research or academic setting. Graduate student experience meets this requirement. </li><li>Scientific writing experience </li></ul> <p>Additional Preferred Qualities:</p> <ul> <li>Rodent spinal cord and brain surgery </li></ul> <p>Personal Protective Equipment:</p> <ul> <li>PPE per institutional requirements; may vary by laboratory </li></ul> <p>Preferred Application Materials:</p> <ul> <li>CV </li><li>Research statement </li><li>Reference list </li><li>All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Dr. Yu-Shang Lee at leey2@ccf.org. </li></ul> <p>Keywords: Postdoc, Research, LRI, Therapeutic development, Translational research, Neurorepair, Neuroinflammation, Neuroprotection, Nerve regeneration, Glial scars, Functional recovery, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Spinal cord injury (SCI), Peripheral nerve injury (PNI)</p> <p>Pay Range</p> <p>Minimum hourly: $0.01</p> <p>Maximum hourly: $333,340.26</p> <p>The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. 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. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.</p>