Postdoctoral Fellow
Job Description
The successful candidate will be able to work in a milestone-driven research environment (i.e. can adhere to a schedule of deliverables); will be comfortable studying physiological functions, such as bowel and bladder function; and will show initiative and take ownership of project, attention to detail particularly with regard to documentation and analysis, strong written and oral communication skills, ability to function in a multidisciplinary team, and work at multiple locations in University Circle of Cleveland. Strong fine motor skills for assembling microdevices as well as comfort and experience with human subjects research would be advantageous.
Principal Investigator: Margot Damaser, PhD
Lerner Research Institute Department: Biomedical Engineering
Lab Research Topics:
- Wireless, implantable medical sensor development
- Studying physiological functions
- For more information about the lab’s research, please contact Dr. Damaser at damasem@ccf.org.
Job Responsibilities:
- Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
- Attention to detail particularly with regard to documentation and analysis,
- Experience designing or debugging custom electronic devices
- Have proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g. C++, Matlab, Labview)
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:
- Experience with statistical data analysis & signal processing
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
- All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Dr. Damaser at damasem@ccf.org.
Keywords: Postdoc, Research, LRI
Pay Range
Minimum hourly: $0.01
Maximum hourly: $333,340.26
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