Postdoctoral Fellow - Michaela Gack Lab

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 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.Principal Investigator: Michaela Gack, PhDLerner Research Institute Department: Florida Research and Innovation CenterLab Research Topics:ImmunologyVirologyCell BiologyMolecular BiologyBiochemistryFor more information about the lab’s research, please visit: Responsibilities:Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparationPlan, design, and conduct research experimentsPrepare manuscripts for publication, presentation future researchParticipate in various lab activitiesWork collaboratively and collegially as part of a team while developing skills needed as an independent scientistEducation:PhD or MD/PhD requiredMD with relevant laboratory experience may substitute for PhDLanguages:English Proficiency proof required for candidates arriving on J-1, J-2, or F1 + OPT visa statusWork Experience:Previous experience in a research or academic setting. Graduate student experience meets this requirement.Scientific writing experienceAdditional Preferred Qualities:Candidate must be highly motivatedCandidate with a background in immunology virology or closeCandidate must have a Ph.D. or an equivalent degreePhysical 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 laboratoryPreferred Application Materials:CVA brief description of research experienceList of publicationsThree references Postdoc, Research, LRI, Research Fellow, Cleveland Clinic, Florida Research and Innovation Center, Global Center for Pathogen Research and Human HealthPay RangeSalaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Created: 2025-11-01