Postdoctoral Fellow

Postdoctoral Fellow

The Lim Lab at Indiana University School of Optometry is looking to fill a Postdoctoral Fellow position. The Lim Lab uses in vivo and ex vivo multiphoton imaging of mouse models to investigate dynamic gene expression as relevant for neurodegenerative disorders, including glaucoma. The successful candidate will perform a wide range of experiments from molecular biology to intravital microscopy. Prior experience with research mice, including animal surgery, tissue preparation and immunohistochemical staining is crucial.

Indiana University is a major research university founded in 1820. It currently enrolls over 32,000 undergraduates and 7,500 graduate and professional students on the Bloomington campus with over 110,000 students in the university system. The School of Optometry has very active research and graduate programs with numerous collaborations with other disciplines within the university. The School has several major teaching clinics as well as outreach affiliations. Bloomington is a relaxed community located in a beautifully wooded and hilly area of the state where cultural and recreational opportunities abound, housing costs are low, schools are excellent, and commuting time is short. More information about the School is available at www.optometry.iu.edu, and about the University at www.indiana.edu.

Required Qualifications

PhD in biology or a related field

Preferred Skills

Previous experience in animal research and molecular biology

Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. For best consideration, apply by March 31, 2025. Expected start date is May 1, 2025. To apply, please submit a cover letter describing your research experience, educational background, and the desired starting date, a CV, and the names and contact info of three references to IU'S Academic online application system: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/27710

Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Dr. Hyungsik Lim (hl128@iu.edu) or via postal mail at Indiana University School of Optometry, 800 E. Atwater Ave., Bloomington, IN 47405.

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.