Postdoctoral Fellow - David A. Zidar Lab

NIH NRSA Postdoctoral Salary Scale

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

We seek a bright post doctoral candidate with an analytic/computation background who seeks to improve the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease by deeply understanding immunologic processes germane to hemodynamic alterations, neuroendocrine activation, cardiometabolic stimulation, hypoxia, aging, and longevity.

Principal Investigator: David A. Zidar MD, PhD

Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Heart, Blood and Kidney Research

Lab Research Topics:

• Systems biology

• Immunology

• Cardiology

For more information about the lab's research please contact David A. Zidar at zidard@ccf.org 

Responsibilities:

• Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation

• Basic laboratory skills

• Creative scientific enthusiasm

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

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

• Reference list

All application materials should be submitted directly via email to David A. Zidar at zidard@ccf.org 

Keywords: Post doctoral fellow, research, systems immunology, Cleveland clinic, cardiology

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $31,200.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $95,000.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. 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. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).