Description

Post Doctoral.Post Doctoral.Associate
Med-Ophthalmology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26000345)

The University of Pittsburgh is looking for a Post Doctoral Associate in the lab of Dr. Michael Telias. The position will be filled by a researcher with knowledge of retinal biology and the visual system, and hands-on experience in animal models of retinal degeneration, especially rodents. The successful candidate must show proven record of in-vivo retinal imaging.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Hands-on Experimental Research and Technical Expertise. The Postdoctoral Associate will lead and perform complex experimental workflows across multiple research projects, including:

• Design, perform, collect data, and analyze Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscopy imaging experiments in anesthetized mice under a wide range of experimental conditions.

• Design, develop, and implement intraocular delivery of AAVs in mice carrying custom-made genetic constructs for imaging and gene manipulation.

• Design, develop, and implement pharmacological interventions in mice using multiple administration routes and quantifiable in/ex-vivo pharmacodynamic assays.

2. Independent Research, Data Analysis, and Scientific Writing. The Postdoctoral Associate will:

• Independently design research questions and experimental strategies

• Conduct in-depth literature review to guide hypothesis generation and experimental planning

• Lead imaging data analysis, including interpretation, visualization, and biological contextualization

• Prepare manuscripts, figures, and presentations for peer-reviewed publications and scientific meetings

• Contribute to grant writing, fellowship applications, and progress reports

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines, milestones are met

3. Mentorship, Teaching, and Laboratory Leadership. The Postdoctoral Associate will play a key role in training and mentoring lab members by:

• Supervising and guiding graduate students, undergraduate students, and research technicians

• Providing hands-on training and consultation in imaging techniques, animal husbandry, manipulation, and experimental troubleshooting

• Advising colleagues on experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation

• Supporting a collaborative and inclusive laboratory environment

• Presenting research findings at national and international conferences and workshops

Expectations and Qualifications

• PhD in Life or Biomedical Sciences and related fields. Formal degrees or technical experience in the field of Optics will be preferred.

• Strong record of independent research productivity

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex datasets

• Experience writing and publishing peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams

• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills

• Comfortable supervising and mentoring junior researchers

Opportunities Available

• Strong mentorship and career development

• Support for travel to national and international scientific conferences

• Professional development workshops

• Opportunities for first-author publications, grant writing, and fellowship applications

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Campus: Pittsburgh
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Attachments: Curriculum Vitae

Assignment Category Full-time regular

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