Space Biology Postdoc: Ophthalmology Lab

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Indianapolis is offering a Postdoctoral Appointee position in Dr. Tasneem Sharma’s lab within the Department of Ophthalmology. The opportunity focuses on innovative research in aerospace medicine, specifically studying the physiological effects of spaceflight. Candidates should have a strong background in human physiology and demonstrate excellent communication skills to succeed in a collaborative environment. The role includes designing experiments, supervising research, and preparing analyses for publication.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in a relevant field such as physiology, neuroscience, or aerospace medicine.
• Experience with human analog studies or related experimental models is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, perform, and oversee experiments in aerospace medicine.
• Use microscopy techniques for imaging tissue and cells.
• Ensure data integrity and protocol compliance.

Skills

Aerospace medicine

Research techniques

Cell culture

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in relevant field

Tools

Confocal microscopy

Mass spectrometry

ELISA

Job description

A leading academic institution in Indianapolis is offering a Postdoctoral Appointee position in Dr. Tasneem Sharma’s lab within the Department of Ophthalmology. The opportunity focuses on innovative research in aerospace medicine, specifically studying the physiological effects of spaceflight. Candidates should have a strong background in human physiology and demonstrate excellent communication skills to succeed in a collaborative environment. The role includes designing experiments, supervising research, and preparing analyses for publication.