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Postdoctoral Fellow - Feixiong Cheng Lab

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Key Responsibilities

Conduct experimental or computational research to investigate disease mechanisms and identify diagnostic biomarkers and therapeutic targets.

Requirements Summary

For experimental candidates, experience with CRISPR, Prime editing, and functional genomics. For experimental candidates, experience with patient-derived iPSC neuronal, microglial,

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Postdoctoral Fellow - Feixiong Cheng Lab

Cleveland

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

X1004

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12:00am-12:00am

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.

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

Alzheimer's disease and brain health
Functional genomics and multi-omics
Artificial intelligence and computational biology
Network medicine and systems biology
Precision medicine and drug discovery

For more information about the lab's research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/genomics-research/ or contact William Martin at MARTINW3@ccf.org

Responsibilities

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→Conduct experimental or computational research to investigate disease mechanisms and identify diagnostic biomarkers and therapeutic targets.
→Generate or analyze molecular profiling data using functional genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, or related approaches.
→Apply experimental models or computational methods to integrate molecular findings with large-scale patient data.
→Collaborate with physicians, geneticists, and computational and experimental biologists on institutionally and federally funded projects.

PhD or MD/PhD required
MD with relevant laboratory experience may substitute for PhD

English Proficiency proof required for candidates arriving on J-1, J-2, or F1 + OPT visa status

Previous experience in a research or academic setting. Graduate student experience meets this requirement.
Scientific writing experience

Nice to Have

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For experimental candidates, experience with CRISPR, Prime editing, and functional genomics.
For experimental candidates, experience with patient-derived iPSC neuronal, microglial, or astrocyte models and brain organoids.
For computational candidates, experience with machine learning, deep learning, foundation models, and high-performance computing.
Experience analyzing large-scale genomic datasets, including bulk and single-cell or single-nucleus DNA or RNA sequencing.
Knowledge of genetics, genomics, cell signaling, gene regulatory networks, and protein-protein interaction networks.

Cover letter describing research experience and skills.
Research statement and plan, 2 to 3 pages.
Curriculum vitae.
Contact information for three references.

All application materials should be submitted directly via email to William Martin at MARTINW3@ccf.org

Requirements

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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.

PPE per institutional requirements; may vary by laboratory

Postdoc, CRISPRi, Prime Editing, iPSC, Brain Organoids,TOPMed, TCGA, ICGC, GTEx, 1000 Genomes, UK Biobank, ENCODE, ExAC, PDB, radiomics, interactomics, electronic health records

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