Postdoctoral Associate, Ophthalmology

University at Buffalo; Buffalo, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo's Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to independently and collaboratively conduct research on neuronal-vascular diseases in the eye. You will interact with the principal investigator, graduate students and collaborators.

The role involves performing research, preparing manuscripts, and engaging in related activities within a dynamic lab environment at Downtown Campus. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in biomedical or biological sciences.

Qualifications

• PhD required in biomedical or biological sciences or biochemistry.
• Experience with small animal studies preferred.
• Strong writing and communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform research independently and with the PI and team.
• Prepare manuscripts and publish research data.
• Engage in additional research-based activities.

Skills

PhD degree

Biomedical sciences

Biochemistry

Communication skills

Education

PhD in biomedical or biological sciences

Tools

Small animal studies

Molecular biology techniques

Cell culture

Job description

The University at Buffalo, Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to independently and collaboratively perform research in the area of neuronal-vascular diseases in the eye. In this position, you will conduct research and interact with the principal investigator, graduate students, and collaborators.

General lab duties will include:

• Performing research
• Preparing manuscript and publishing research data
• Additional research based activities.

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The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree with a background in biomedical or biological Sciences or biochemistry or related disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with small animal studies, cell culture and molecular biology techniques as well as good communication and writing skills are are desirable.

Driving Requirements

This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.

Salary Range

$47,500 - $52,500

Additional Salary Information

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours

37.5 hours per week

Campus

Campus Downtown Campus

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name

Contact's Name Josh Wang

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title

Contact's Title Associate professor

Contact's Email

Contact's Phone

Contact's Phone [phone]

Posting Dates

Posted

Posted 03/19/2026

Date to be filled

Number of references required

Number of references required 3

Instructions to Applicant

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UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].