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.

Looking for motivated team players who are interested in or have expertise in transcription regulation, kinase action, and the molecular mechanisms that drive cancer treatment resistance.

Principal Investigator: Hannelore Heemers, PhD

Lerner Research Institute Department: Cancer Biology

Lab Research Topics:

• Cancer signaling pathways

• Transcriptional control by androgens/androgen receptor

• Kinase action

• Prostate cancer treatment resistance

• Predictive biomarkers for cancer treatment

• For more information about the lab's research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/cancer-biology/heemers/ or contact Dr. Heemers at heemerh@ccf.org

Job Responsibilities:

• Scientific project development

• Manuscript preparation and submission

• Grant preparation and submission

• Technology development

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

Preferred Application Materials:

• CV

• Statement of research and training interests

• List of 3 references

Personal Protective Equipment:

• PPE per institutional requirements; may vary by laboratory

Keywords: Postdoc, Research, LRI

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $0.01

Maximum hourly: $333,340.26

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.

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