Postdoctoral Fellow - Nikhil Panicker Lab
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
Job posting number: #7372395 (Ref:ccf23992299)
Posted: October 9, 2026
Job Description
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
The position would be ideal for someone looking to leverage their graduate training, build upon their skillsets and learn new techniques, with the aim to serve as a launchpad to an independent research career. Prior research experience in molecular neuroscience, mouse models of neurodegeneration, and/or utilizing iPSC based systems to model neurodegenerative disease signaling/progression would be immensely preferable!
Mentorship of the candidate(s) wrt promoting training and collaborations with labs at the Cleveland Clinic and beyond, applying for fellowships, grantsmanship, reviewing articles, and facilitating transition to their long term goals will be a priority!
Principal Investigator: Nikhil Panicker, PhD
Cleveland Clinic Research Department: Neurosciences
Lab Research Topics:
- Neurodegeneration
- Neuroinflammation
- Immunology
- Neuroscience
For more information about the lab's research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/neurosciences/panicker/ or contact Dr. Panicker at [email protected]
Responsibilities:
- Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
- Lead research projects independently
- Work in a collaborative team
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
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
- Cover Letter
- Reference List
All application materials should be submitted directly via email to Nikhil Panicker at [email protected]
Keywords: Postdoc, Research, Neurodegeneration, Neuroimmunology, Neuroinflammation, Parkinson's disease
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.).
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