Postdoctoral Scholar

Oct 01, 2026

Department of Psychiatry

The laboratory of Dr. Andrew

A. Pieper in the Department of Psychiatry at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a postdoctoral scholar position. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewing for an additional year. Candidates must have a strong background in neuroscience or molecular biology and be particularly interested in neuropsychiatry, drug development, and brain health.

Special consideration will be given to candidates with previous expertise in iPSCs, brain organoids, cell therapy, and neurodegenerative diseases. This is a key position within the lab, and the selected candidate will be responsible for planning and executing experiments in close collaboration with the Principal Investigator. The lab works closely with other PIs in the School of Medicine, including collaborations with a multidisciplinary team of biologists, chemists, physicists, and clinicians.

The selected candidate will be expected to develop new research directions, generate novel hypotheses related to neuroprotection and brain health, design in vitro and in vivo experiments using existing and new neurodegeneration models, interpret data, prepare manuscripts for publication, apply for external funding, mentor junior trainees in the lab, and present discoveries at departmental seminars and national and international scientific meetings.

Strategically design, plan, and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments alongside the Principal Investigator (PI). Collaborate effectively with laboratory staff and students to ensure timely completion of projects in alignment with the research objectives. Actively contributes to the development of enhanced techniques, methods, and procedures to optimize project outcomes.

Must demonstrate compliance with the policies, procedures, and regulations of the Animal Resource Center, IACUC, the Animal Welfare Act, the Public Health Service Policy, AAALAC guidelines, and other pertinent regulatory standards, for which necessary training will be provided to work with animals in the research environment.

Conduct a comprehensive analysis and thoroughly document the findings. Actively engage in manuscript preparation to enhance the laboratory's production of impactful publication. Actively apply and secure funding opportunities.

Present results in laboratory meetings and other scientific assemblies. Be attentive to laboratory recommendations and align the research accordingly to the laboratory's goals for project development within the lab environment.

Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned.

Candidates must demonstrate a willingness to modify their working hours in accordance with the requirements of ongoing experiments and may need to work additional hours to ensure completion. Depending on the nature of the experiments and the necessity to expedite data collection, manuscript development, and grant preparations, work during weekends and holidays may be required.

Candidate must be available to mentor junior trainees, including students ranging from high school to graduate and medical school.

Doctorate in Neuroscience, preferably focus in molecular neuroscience, with 1- 2 years of postdoctoral experience and demonstrated research ability in the form of lead author publications.

3+ years of experience with iPSCs and organoids.

Excellent written and oral communication skills necessary.

Must be eligible to work in the United States.

In compliance with the City of Cleveland’s Pay Transparency Ordinance (effective October 27, 2025), the annual starting base salary range for this position is $55,000 -

$63,480. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer. Postdocs receive individual and family healthcare benefits, life insurance, and employee assistance.

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

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