Postdoc: Next-Gen Intraocular Biologics & Retina Modeling

BioMed X Institute; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse work environment

Salary following NIH postdoctoral scales

30 days paid vacation

Employee benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Job summary

A leading research institute in Connecticut is seeking highly enthusiastic postdoctoral researchers to develop a novel in vitro human retina model. Candidates should have a PhD in relevant fields and experience in mammalian cell culture and ocular physiology. The role includes optimizing co-culture conditions and generating novel intraocular biotherapeutics. This position offers a diverse work environment, competitive salary, and benefits, with opportunities for professional development and participation in international conferences.

Qualifications

• Strong background in mammalian cell culture and ocular physiology.
• Experience in designing biologics screening platforms.
• Proven record in retinal differentiation or 3D culture systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive development of a novel in vitro human retina model.
• Optimize co-culture conditions and develop longitudinal assays.
• Generate novel intraocular biotherapeutics.

Skills

Mammalian and iPSC-derived cell culture

Quantitative imaging

3D bio-printing

Electrophysiology

Biophysics

Education

PhD in cell biology, developmental biology, or bioengineering

PhD in bioengineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or biophysics

Tools

qPCR

western blot

immunostaining

SPR

DLS

Job description

A leading research institute in Connecticut is seeking highly enthusiastic postdoctoral researchers to develop a novel in vitro human retina model. Candidates should have a PhD in relevant fields and experience in mammalian cell culture and ocular physiology. The role includes optimizing co-culture conditions and generating novel intraocular biotherapeutics. This position offers a diverse work environment, competitive salary, and benefits, with opportunities for professional development and participation in international conferences.