Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
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The Pasare Lab focuses on understanding the fundamental mechanisms of activation of the innate immune system and its impact on inflammation and adaptive immunity. There is an immediate opening for a motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the laboratory.
Major Duties And Responsibilities
Develop the skills and knowledge (critical thinking and analysis of data, devising specific aims, long‑term project planning and experimental design) to become an independent scientist.
Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze data, which may affect decisions regarding future patient care.
Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. Conduct regular quality and reproducibility checks of protocols and assays, and implement this knowledge in the Division/Department. Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment.
Discuss relevant insights about experimental results with Faculty and provide useful recommendations and analysis.
Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings. Develop skills to critically review and discuss data being presented.
Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
Progressively increasing responsibilities with mentorship of research staff and fiscal administration.
Maintain currency in the field through continuing education, literature, and seminars. Be an active participant in the process through intellectual discussions with PI and other faculty, trainees and research staff. Solicit feedback on career trajectory from PI, mentoring committee and other stakeholders.
Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all institutional (i.e. Infection Control, ORCRA and others as applicable) policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required
PhD/MD or equivalent
Location : S
Schedule : Full time
Shift : Day (United States of America)
Department : Immunobiology
Employee Status : Regular
FTE : 1
Weekly Hours : 40
Market Leading Benefits
Medical coverage starting day one of employment.
Competitive retirement plans.
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners.
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions.
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group.
Physical and mental health wellness programs.
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions.
Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type.
About Us At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's Is
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years.
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding.
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025).
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune.
Consistently certified as great place to work.
A Leading Disability Employer noted by the National Organization on Disability.
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive Job Description Provided Upon Request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
The Pasare Lab focuses on understanding the fundamental mechanisms of activation of the innate immune system and its impact on inflammation and adaptive immunity. There is an immediate opening for a motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the laboratory.
Major Duties And Responsibilities
Develop the skills and knowledge (critical thinking and analysis of data, devising specific aims, long‑term project planning and experimental design) to become an independent scientist.
Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze data, which may affect decisions regarding future patient care.
Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. Conduct regular quality and reproducibility checks of protocols and assays, and implement this knowledge in the Division/Department. Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment.
Discuss relevant insights about experimental results with Faculty and provide useful recommendations and analysis.
Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings. Develop skills to critically review and discuss data being presented.
Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
Progressively increasing responsibilities with mentorship of research staff and fiscal administration.
Maintain currency in the field through continuing education, literature, and seminars. Be an active participant in the process through intellectual discussions with PI and other faculty, trainees and research staff. Solicit feedback on career trajectory from PI, mentoring committee and other stakeholders.
Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all institutional (i.e. Infection Control, ORCRA and others as applicable) policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required
PhD/MD or equivalent
Location : S
Schedule : Full time
Shift : Day (United States of America)
Department : Immunobiology
Employee Status : Regular
FTE : 1
Weekly Hours : 40
Market Leading Benefits
Medical coverage starting day one of employment.
Competitive retirement plans.
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners.
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions.
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group.
Physical and mental health wellness programs.
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions.
Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type.
About Us At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's Is
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years.
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding.
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025).
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune.
Consistently certified as great place to work.
A Leading Disability Employer noted by the National Organization on Disability.
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive Job Description Provided Upon Request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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