Postdoctoral Fellow - Kun Li Lab

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.

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

Principal Investigator: Kun Li, PhD

Lerner Research Institute Department: Florida Research and Innovation Center

Lab Research Topics:

• Virology
• Immunopathogenesis
• Host-Pathogen Interactions
• Antiviral Therapeutics
• Disease Modeling

For more information about the lab’s research, please visit: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/florida/li/.

Job Responsibilities:

• Independent project design with the goal of data generation, analysis, interpretation and manuscript preparation
• Design and execute experiments to investigate the pathogenesis of coronaviruses and evaluate potential therapeutic candidates using both in vitro and in vivo models
• Analyze and interpret complex biological data, contribute to scientific publications, and present findings at conferences

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:

• Highly motivated and able to work independently
• Experience with Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) containment, or at least one year of experience with BSL-2
• Familiarity with animal handling and infection models
• Familiarity with single-cell sequencing techniques
• Less than three years of postdoctoral 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
• References list

Keywords: Postdoc, Research, Florida Research and Innovation Center

Pay Range

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.