Postdoctoral Appointee, Ophthalmology - Bloomington, United States - Indiana University

Description

Title Postdoctoral Appointee, Ophthalmology Specific Title Appointment Type Postdoctoral Fellow Department IUSM - Ophthalmology Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis Position Summary

The Eugene and Marilyn Glick Eye Institute at Indiana University is seeking applications for a Post-doctoral Associate to study nanoparticle use in retinal fisease.

The applicant should possess a Ph.
D. in basic science or an MD with significant experience in biomedical research. The applicant is expected to work on a project that involves animal studies and basic molecular biology techniques. Experience in animal models of inherited retinal disease, retinal electrophysiology, nanoparticle application, and ocular research is desirable.

The mission of the Indiana University Department of Ophthalmology at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Eye Institute is to train tomorrow's ophthalmologists and advance treatment and prevention of eye diseases and vision disorders through basic, translational, and clinical research.

Our vision is to accomplish this in an environment of inquiry and learning for the advancement of patient-centered care through a world-leading eye institute.

To successfully accomplish our mission and vision, we must foster a diverse environment that is welcoming, accepting, and culturally competent and that supports all individuals in reaching their full potential.

For more information on our research, please visit

As the nation's largest medical school, IUSM is committed to being an institution that not only reflects the diversity of the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve, but also pursues the values of diversity, equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence.

We desire candidates who enhance our representational diversity, as well as those whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty.

IUSM strives to take an anti-racist stance, regularly evaluating and updating its policies, procedures, and practices to confer equitable opportunities for contribution and advancement for all members of our community.

We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to advance racial equity to transform health and wellbeing for all throughout the state of Indiana

Basic Qualifications

An earned PhD degree. Doctoral or terminal degree required.

Department Contact for Questions

Amir R. Hajrasouliha, M.D.

Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology

Vitreoretinal Surgeon

Eugene and Marilyn Glick Eye Institute

Department of Ophthalmology

Indiana University School of Medicine

Affiliated Stark Neurosciences Research Institute

Member Biomechanics and Biomaterials Research Center

1160 W. Michigan Street, GK #305R

Indianapolis, IN 46202

Phone

Interested candidates, please submit their CV via e-mail to

Additional Qualifications

Please send CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references to .

Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled; start date is negotiable. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline Expected Start Date OAA # IUSM