Postdoctoral Fellow - Giuseppe A Sautto Lab

Job 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 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. Compensation follows the NIH NRSA Postdoctoral Salary Scale based on total years of postdoctoral experience.

Job Details

• 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

In this role, you will demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm for innovative scientific research leading to the discovery ans development of novel immunotherapeutics. You will contribute to characterizing novel antibodies and their engineering in the context of infectious diseases to aid target identification, validation, and drug development. You will develop new assays for characterization of immune response and collaborate with highly accomplished scientists. mentorship and support will be provided to help you gain relevant knowledge and skill sets to promote your career development.

Principal Investigator: Giuseppe A Sautto, PhD, MBA

Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Florida Research and Innovation Center

Lab Research Topics

• Immunology
• Infectious Diseases
• Virology
• Antibody Discovery
• Vaccinology

Job Responsibilities

• Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
• Perform in vivo and in vitro experiments
• Writing manuscripts
• Writing detailed reports
• Give oral presentations

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

• Great work organizational skills
• Great time management skills
• Great communications skills
• Ability to manage and lead multiple projects
• Preferred previous experience in the fields listed in the above topic section

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
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Reference list

• Keywords: Postdoc, Research, Florida Research & Innovation Center, FRIC
• 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.

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