What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Fellow – Hoonkyo Suh Lab position at Cleveland Clinic?
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.
NIH NRSA Postdoctoral Salary Scale
Years of Experience: Stipend for FY 2025
0: $62,232
1: $62,652
2: $63,120
3: $65,640
4: $67,824
5: $70,344
6: $72,960
7 or More: $75,564
The research goal is to understand hippocampal neurogenesis and neural circuits that underlie human mental behaviors and disease, with a hope that the outcomes of our research will lead to the development of new therapeutic approaches.
Principal Investigator: Hoonkyo Suh, PhD
Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Neurosciences
Lab Research Topics:
All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Hoonkyo Suh at suhh2@ccf.org
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.).
NIH NRSA Postdoctoral Salary Scale
Years of Experience: Stipend for FY 2025
0: $62,232
1: $62,652
2: $63,120
3: $65,640
4: $67,824
5: $70,344
6: $72,960
7 or More: $75,564
The research goal is to understand hippocampal neurogenesis and neural circuits that underlie human mental behaviors and disease, with a hope that the outcomes of our research will lead to the development of new therapeutic approaches.
Principal Investigator: Hoonkyo Suh, PhD
Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Neurosciences
Lab Research Topics:
- Hippocampal neurogenesis in health and disease
- Neural circuits and behavior
- Neuroinflammation and synapse formation
- Genetics, in vivo stimulation and imaging,
- Circuit mapping and manipulation
- For more information about the lab’s research, please contact Dr. Suh at suhh2@ccf.org
- Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
- Leading project: design, execution, data analysis
- Collaboration within and between labs
- Writing manuscript
- Written and oral communications/record keeping
- 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
- Experience in animal experiments (not required)
- Python or MATLAB (not required)
- 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
All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Hoonkyo Suh at suhh2@ccf.org
- Cover letter
- CV
- Reference list (three names)
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.).
Salary : $31,200 - $95,000