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Job Description:

We are seeking a M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or Ph.D. researcher with research expertise in large population or large disease cohort omics studies of human diseases who can lead an independent research group. A track record of independent NIH or equivalent funding and a high impact publication track record is required. Working with underserved and diverse population groups is encouraged. The investigator will have the opportunity to train students and is expected to collaborate with other faculty members. Wet lab space is available for those whose work requires it. A generous start up package and support will be provided to the candidate.

Individuals will be appointed at Assistant, Associate, or Full Staff (equivalent to Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, respectively) in the Department of Genomic Sciences and Systems Biology (GSSB) in the Lerner Research Institute. For physician-scientists, joint appointments in clinical institutes will be made as appropriate. New recruits will join a highly collaborative environment within GSSB with additional opportunities for collaboration and networking in the over 25 Departments and Centers at the Lerner Research Institute. Cleveland Clinic provides outstanding opportunities for interactions with basic, translational, and clinical investigators from multiple specialties. We have world-class core facilities with the opportunity to grow them through the substantial expansion of the Lerner Research Institute through the formation of the Global Center for Pathogen Research and Human Health.

The Lerner Research Institute, with nearly 190 independent investigators in over 25 Departments and Centers and an annual budget of ~ $300 million, has a commitment to excellence in basic, translational and clinical research, with an emphasis on collaborative science. Faculty typically also become members of the Molecular Medicine Graduate Training Program and other programs at the neighboring Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, providing access to excellent PhD students and trainees. Candidates should submit a complete curriculum vitae, brief statement of research interests, and names of 3 references by email to Amy Petriella ([email protected]) and Gili Ornan ([email protected])

Lab Research Topics:

• Underrepresented populations
• Networking / multi-omics

Education:

• PhD or MD/PhD required
• MD with relevant laboratory experience may substitute for PhD

Preferred Application Materials:

• CV
• Cover Letter
• 2-3 references (names and contact information)

All application materials should be submitted directly via email to the department at [email protected], [email protected], or [email protected].

Contact:

Amy Petriella
[email protected]