Ophthalmology Research Scientist: Corneal Endothelium

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

University at Buffalo’s Department of Ophthalmology in the Buffalo VA Medical Center seeks a motivated Research Scientist to advance corneal endothelium research. The role moves ideas from concept to bench, interprets findings, and guides future investigations.

Key duties include establishing new protocols, performing experiments, data analysis, and preparing reports. The position involves mentoring junior staff and maintaining the lab. Salary ranges reflect post-PhD expertise and project needs.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD in a relevant science / health science field.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Proficient in cell culture techniques and general cell/molecular biology protocols.

Responsibilities

• Establishing new protocols for research ideas
• Performing and troubleshooting experimental protocols
• Analyzing and interpreting data and preparing for presentation
• Preparing reports and publications
• Human and cow eye dissections
• Teaching and guiding junior laboratory team members
• General laboratory maintenance/upkeep activities

Skills

Cell culture techniques

Independent work

Organizational skills

Communication and teamwork

Education

PhD or MD in a relevant science/health field

Job description

University at Buffalo’s Department of Ophthalmology in the Buffalo VA Medical Center seeks a motivated Research Scientist to advance corneal endothelium research. The role moves ideas from concept to bench, interprets findings, and guides future investigations.

Key duties include establishing new protocols, performing experiments, data analysis, and preparing reports. The position involves mentoring junior staff and maintaining the lab. Salary ranges reflect post-PhD expertise and project needs.