Retina Metabolism Research Fellow (Postdoc)

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Medical University of South Carolina's Storm Eye Institute in the Department of Ophthalmology invites a postdoctoral researcher to study the cellular and molecular basis of retinal health and disease, emphasizing metabolism, aging and inflammaging in the mammalian visual system, including mouse and iPSC models.

Work will involve molecular and biochemical techniques, data analysis, and training junior lab members; opportunities exist for co-authorship on manuscripts and conference

Formación

• Ph.D. or equivalent in cell biology, molecular biology or a related biomedical science.
• Expertise in cell culture, flow cytometry and molecular biology and microscopy required.
• Hands‑on experience with animal handling and experimentation required.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and conduct experiments on mouse and cell-based models of age-related macular degeneration; using flow cytometry and molecular biology, and other animal and single cell analysis techniques (Essential).
• Carry out analysis of experimental results using appropriate programs (including specialized image analysis software); organize and analyze data with appropriate statistical methods (Essential).
• Maintain equipment and tools used for experiments; troubleshoot technical problems and optimize experimental design; develop novel methodologies and experimental protocols; assist and train others in experimental protocols (Essential)
• Prepare manuscripts in close consultation with the PI for submission to peer‑reviewed journals; present research results at departmental meetings, national and international conferences (Essential)
• Other duties as assigned

Conocimientos

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

Molecular biology

Microscopy

Animal handling

Educación

Ph.D. or equivalent in cell biology, molecular biology or related biomedical science

Descripción del empleo

The Medical University of South Carolina's Storm Eye Institute in the Department of Ophthalmology invites a postdoctoral researcher to study the cellular and molecular basis of retinal health and disease, emphasizing metabolism, aging and inflammaging in the mammalian visual system, including mouse and iPSC models.

Work will involve molecular and biochemical techniques, data analysis, and training junior lab members; opportunities exist for co-authorship on manuscripts and conference