Postdoctoral Fellow – Ying Ni Lab
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
Job posting number: #7324660 (Ref:ccf23061676)
Posted: February 25, 2026
Job Description
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
Background in immunology or metabolism is a plus.
Principal Investigator: Ying Ni, PhD
Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Cancer Sciences
Lab Research Topics:
- Bioinformatics
- Multi-omics integration
- Cancer progression and therapeutic responses
- For more information about the lab’s research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/immunotherapy/ni/or contact Dr. Li at [email protected]
Job Responsibilities:
- Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
- Analyze multi-omics data
- Perform statistical tests
- Conduct public genomics data exploration
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:
- Programming in R or python
- Knowledge in general statistics
- Knowledge in machine learning modeling
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:
All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Ying Ni at [email protected].
- CV
- Research statement
- References list
Keywords: Postdoc, Research, Bioinformatics, Computational biology, Cancer genomics
Pay Range
Minimum Annual Salary: $31,200.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $312,000.00
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.).
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