Postdoctoral Fellow – Mohammed Dwidar Lab

Job title:

Postdoctoral Fellow – Mohammed Dwidar Lab

Company

Cleveland Clinic

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.Job Title Postdoctoral Fellow – Mohammed Dwidar LabLocation ClevelandFacility Cleveland Clinic Main CampusDepartmentJob Code X1004Shift VariableSchedule 12:00am-12:00amJob Summary 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.Job DetailsWe seek candidates motivated and passionate about bacterial synthetic biology for biomedical applications. This includes utilizing bacteria as probiotics, diagnostics, or therapeutics for diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic disorders, and inflammatory diseases. Candidates with experience in RNA aptamers, synthetic riboswitches and/or bacterial synthetic biology are encouraged to apply.Principal Investigator: Mohammed Dwidar, MSc, PhDLerner Research Institute Department: Cardiovascular and Metabolic SciencesLab Research Topics:

• Engineering bacteria as therapeutics and diagnostics
• Developing novel synthetic biology tools and strategies to control bacteria for biomedical applications
• Developing RNA aptamers and Synthetic riboswitches
• For more information about the lab’s research, please visit:

or contact Dr. Mohammed Dwidar at .Job Responsibilities:

• Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
• Brainstorming and conducting literature reviews
• Conducting experiments, analyzing and managing data
• Presenting findings at regional and national conferences
• Writing manuscripts, and contributing to grant proposals

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

Additional Preferred Qualities:

• PhD in Biology, chemistry or related field
• Experience in Bacterial sytnetic biology
• Self-motivation and dedication to research
• Analytical and creative thinking

Physical Requirements:

• 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.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• PPE per institutional requirements; may vary by laboratory

Preferred Application Materials:

• CV
• Research statement
• References list
• All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Mohammed Dwidar at

.Keywords: Postdoc, Research, LRI, Bacteria cancer therapy, Synthetic biology, Microbiology, Engineered bacteria, Anticancer bacteria, Therapeutic bacteria, Probiotics, Salmonella, Clostridium, Escherichia coli, Microbiome, Molecular biology, LactobacillusThe policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.Please review the .Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

Expected salary

Location

USA

Job date

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 03:31:34 GMT

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