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Job TitlePostdoctoral Fellow - Kun Li Lab

                        

LocationPort Saint Lucie

                    

FacilityFlorida Research and Innovation Center

                     

Department

                      

Job Code000773

                     

ShiftVariable

                       

Schedule12:00am-12:00am

                       

Job SummaryHighly 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 will be located at the Florida Research & Innovation Center in Port St. Lucie, Florida. 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.

                         

Job Details

Principal Investigator: Kun Li, PhD

Lerner Research Institute Department: Florida Research and Innovation Center
 

Lab Research Topics:

VirologyImmunopathogenesisHost-Pathogen InteractionsAntiviral TherapeuticsDisease ModelingFor more information about the lab’s research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/florida/li/.

Job Responsibilities:

Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparationDesign and execute experiments to investigate the pathogenesis of coronaviruses and evaluate potential therapeutic candidates using both in vitro and in vivo modelsAnalyze and interpret complex biological data, contribute to scientific publications, and present findings at conferences

Education:

PhD or MD/PhD requiredMD 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 requirementScientific writing experience

Additional Preferred Qualities:

Highly motivated and able to work independentlyExperience with Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) containment, or at least one year of experience with BSL-2Familiarity with animal handling and infection modelsFamiliarity with single-cell sequencing techniquesLess than three years of postdoctoral experience

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periodsAbility to operate a computer and other office equipmentAbility to communicate and exchange accurate informationAbility to distinguish colorManual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipmentAbility to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 poundsMay be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

PPE per institutional requirements; may vary by laboratory

Preferred Application Materials:

CVReferences list

Keywords: Postdoc, Research, Florida Research and Innovation Center

                       

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