Physician - Retinal Ophthalmology

Cleveland, OH

Specialty Retinal Ophthalmology
Profession Physician

An NIH-funded PROJECT SCIENTIST position is available in the lab of Brian Perkins in the Cole Eye Institute at the Cleveland Clinic to study retinal regeneration in zebrafish. The focus of the lab is to identify the mechanisms that can induce photoreceptor regeneration in zebrafish models of disease.

 

I am seeking highly motivated, independent, creative, and enthusiastic individuals who have excellent English oral and written communication skills.  The candidate must have received a Ph.D. and/or an M.D. degree with 10 or more years of relevant benchwork experience and an extensive track record of peer-reviewed, original research publications. The ideal candidate must have expertise in zebrafish genetics and vision research.  Applicants with strong training in neuroscience, cell biology, genetics, or biochemistry are also preferred.  Applicants must be familiar with zebrafish husbandry, transgenesis, immunohistochemistry, and in situ hybridization.  Compensation will range from $75,000 to $80,000 per year, plus generous health benefits through the Cleveland Clinic.

 

To apply, please email a CV, a brief description of research interests and career goals, and the names and contact information for three references to Brian Perkins at [email protected].

 

The Cole Eye Institute (http://my.clevelandclinic.org/eye/default.aspx) offers a vibrant and diverse environment with a strong commitment to translational research and collaboration between scientists and clinicians.  The Lerner Research Institute has state-of-the-art facilities and provides an excellent environment for biomedical research. Our Research Education Office provides continuing support for career development. For information on our postdoctoral training program, see http://www.lerner.ccf.org/education/postdoc/.

 

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the Cleveland Clinic recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.