Postdoctoral Fellow (Yong Lu)

Northeast Ohio Medical University

Northeast Ohio Medical University

USD 53,650-63,480 / year

Posted on Apr 22, 2026

Postdoctoral Fellow (Yong Lu)

Posting Details

Position Information
Position Title Postdoctoral Fellow (Yong Lu)
Position Type Admin/Professional
Department Biomedical Sciences
Full or Part Time Full Time
Pay Grade MN9
Position Summary Information
Department Specific Information
Join Northeast Ohio Medical University!
Dr. Lu’s research focuses on the functions of G-protein-coupled receptors in the central auditory system, using electrophysiology and advanced imaging approaches (e.g., whole-cell patch-clamp recording and calcium imaging in brain slices). Candidates must have a Ph.D. in neuroscience, and experience in electrophysiology (in vitro or in vivo) is required.

Starting Salary Range: $53,650 – $63,480, commensurate with experience.

Benefits & Perks
NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive.

Healthcare Coverage
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance

Retirement
State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future

Paid Time Off
Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year

Additional Benefits

Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45)
Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification
Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance
Summary
Engage in independent and collaborative research activities to include designing, conducting and analyzing scientific experiments. Present results of the research along with developing and maintaining knowledge of current scientific literature.
Principal Functional Responsibilities
Independent and Collaborative Research: Conducts independent research in collaboration with Principal Investigator. Designs experiments, constructs experimental setups, builds equipment components, collects data, analyzes data, and writes manuscripts.
Presentations: Report and present research findings and developments.
Laboratory Maintenance: Maintain general laboratory cleanliness and safety and oversee regulatory compliance.

Other Duties: May instruct and train students and research staff in established techniques and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Doctoral degree required (e.g. PhD, MD, DVM, DSc, etc.)
  • Evidence of independent research skills.
Preferred Qualifications


Physical Requirements
Ability to collect and analyze experimental data and handle animals when applicable. Must be able to utilize applicable laboratory equipment necessary for the job, as well as a phone, computer and other office equipment.
Posting Detail Information
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