Meharrry Medical College
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JR101538A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the School of Graduate Studies, Meharry Medical College. The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct advanced research focused on retinal neovascularization and retinopathies, including underlying disease mechanisms and potential therapeutic strategies. The successful candidate will join a collaborative research group utilizing a wide range of in vivo and in vitro approaches to study retinal disease progression and treatment responses.
The laboratory employs multiple state-of-the-art methodologies, including rodent models of retinal disease, Electroretinogram (ERG), Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Optokinetic Tracking (OKT), and Fundus Angiography (FA). The Postdoctoral Fellow will be responsible for designing and executing experiments, analyzing data, publishing research findings, and training junior lab members.
Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae and contact information for three references.
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with training and experience.Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities):• Design, plan, and conduct experiments related to retinal neovascularization, retinal degeneration, and associated molecular mechanisms• Perform in vivo experiments using ERG, OCT, OKT, FA, and other imaging or functional techniques to evaluate retinal structure and function in rodent disease models.• Manage and maintain rodent colonies, ensuring proper handling, genotyping, and compliance with animal care protocols.• Conduct molecular and cellular assays, including PCR, Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and histology.• Analyze experimental data, prepare figures, and contribute to manuscript preparation, conference presentations, and grant proposals.• Assist in training students, technicians, and junior researchers in laboratory methods and scientific principlesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:• Strong background in molecular biology, with expertise in qPCR, Western blotting, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, and functional retinal imaging., biochemistry, or related biomedical sciences.• Experience working with rodent models, including handling, tissue dissection, and in vivo pharmacology, imaging or functional testing.• Proficiency in retinal imaging modalities such as ERG, OCT, FA, and experience with OKT systems.• Ability to perform advanced histological and molecular assays.• Proficiency in data analysis, including proficiency with scientific software such as ImageJ, GraphPad Prism, and related analytical tools.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to contribute to scientific manuscripts.• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project‑management skills.• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment. Capacity to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.• Commitment to Meharry values, excellent interpersonal and communications skills, and be a strong team player.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Preferred:Education and Experience Required:• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science, or a closely related field.Education and Experience Preferred:• Experience with retinal disease models or ophthalmic research.• Prior experience with ERG, OCT, OKT, FA, or related imaging modalities.• Experience working with rodent models, including breeding, genotyping, and survival/non‑survival procedures.Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science, or a closely related field.Licensure, Certification or Registration Preferred:This job description reflects the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the principal functions of the job, as identified, and shall not be considered an exhaustive list of job responsibilities which may be inherent in the job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The responsibilities listed may be subject to change at any time and individuals may be asked to perform duties outside of their regular responsibilities to support the ongoing operations and mission Meharry Medical College and its facilities.# **About Meharry**Meharry Medical College was founded just 11 years after the end of the Civil War with the mission of educating African Americans to serve the underserved. Today, the nation’s largest private, historically black academic health sciences center has trained thousands of health care professionals. Three out of every four Meharrians return to urban or rural communities to serve others by providing medical or dental services. Our faith-based roots within the United Methodist Church inspire us to respect and serve all. Our standards are high within an educational environment that is nurturing. We believe that health equity is key to alleviating suffering. Whether our graduates are physicians, dentists, scientists, professors or public health professionals, the Meharry experience equips them to affect the world as a force for change led by our motto: “Worship of God Through Service to Mankind."# **Mission**Meharry Medical College is a global academic health sciences center advancing health equity through innovative research, transformative education, exceptional and compassionate health services and policy-influencing thought leadership. True to its legacy, Meharry empowers diverse populations to improve the well-being of humankind.# **Core Values**Meharry Medical College is a community of scholars and learners committed to excellence* Accountability with transparence* Equity with inclusion* Respect with collegiality* Service with compassion* Integrity without exception# **Equal Employment Opportunity Statement**Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative action employer. Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Main Campustime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id:
JR101538A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the School of Graduate Studies, Meharry Medical College. The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct advanced research focused on retinal neovascularization and retinopathies, including underlying disease mechanisms and potential therapeutic strategies. The successful candidate will join a collaborative research group utilizing a wide range of in vivo and in vitro approaches to study retinal disease progression and treatment responses.
The laboratory employs multiple state-of-the-art methodologies, including rodent models of retinal disease, Electroretinogram (ERG), Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Optokinetic Tracking (OKT), and Fundus Angiography (FA). The Postdoctoral Fellow will be responsible for designing and executing experiments, analyzing data, publishing research findings, and training junior lab members.
Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae and contact information for three references.
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with training and experience.Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities):• Design, plan, and conduct experiments related to retinal neovascularization, retinal degeneration, and associated molecular mechanisms• Perform in vivo experiments using ERG, OCT, OKT, FA, and other imaging or functional techniques to evaluate retinal structure and function in rodent disease models.• Manage and maintain rodent colonies, ensuring proper handling, genotyping, and compliance with animal care protocols.• Conduct molecular and cellular assays, including PCR, Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and histology.• Analyze experimental data, prepare figures, and contribute to manuscript preparation, conference presentations, and grant proposals.• Assist in training students, technicians, and junior researchers in laboratory methods and scientific principlesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:• Strong background in molecular biology, with expertise in qPCR, Western blotting, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, and functional retinal imaging., biochemistry, or related biomedical sciences.• Experience working with rodent models, including handling, tissue dissection, and in vivo pharmacology, imaging or functional testing.• Proficiency in retinal imaging modalities such as ERG, OCT, FA, and experience with OKT systems.• Ability to perform advanced histological and molecular assays.• Proficiency in data analysis, including proficiency with scientific software such as ImageJ, GraphPad Prism, and related analytical tools.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to contribute to scientific manuscripts.• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project‑management skills.• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment. Capacity to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.• Commitment to Meharry values, excellent interpersonal and communications skills, and be a strong team player.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Preferred:Education and Experience Required:• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science, or a closely related field.Education and Experience Preferred:• Experience with retinal disease models or ophthalmic research.• Prior experience with ERG, OCT, OKT, FA, or related imaging modalities.• Experience working with rodent models, including breeding, genotyping, and survival/non‑survival procedures.Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science, or a closely related field.Licensure, Certification or Registration Preferred:This job description reflects the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the principal functions of the job, as identified, and shall not be considered an exhaustive list of job responsibilities which may be inherent in the job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The responsibilities listed may be subject to change at any time and individuals may be asked to perform duties outside of their regular responsibilities to support the ongoing operations and mission Meharry Medical College and its facilities.# **About Meharry**Meharry Medical College was founded just 11 years after the end of the Civil War with the mission of educating African Americans to serve the underserved. Today, the nation’s largest private, historically black academic health sciences center has trained thousands of health care professionals. Three out of every four Meharrians return to urban or rural communities to serve others by providing medical or dental services. Our faith-based roots within the United Methodist Church inspire us to respect and serve all. Our standards are high within an educational environment that is nurturing. We believe that health equity is key to alleviating suffering. Whether our graduates are physicians, dentists, scientists, professors or public health professionals, the Meharry experience equips them to affect the world as a force for change led by our motto: “Worship of God Through Service to Mankind."# **Mission**Meharry Medical College is a global academic health sciences center advancing health equity through innovative research, transformative education, exceptional and compassionate health services and policy-influencing thought leadership. True to its legacy, Meharry empowers diverse populations to improve the well-being of humankind.# **Core Values**Meharry Medical College is a community of scholars and learners committed to excellence* Accountability with transparence* Equity with inclusion* Respect with collegiality* Service with compassion* Integrity without exception# **Equal Employment Opportunity Statement**Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative action employer. Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr