Post Doctoral Fellow of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

The Department
of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences at the University of New Mexico invites
applications for a Post Doctoral fellow position. We are seeking a
research-focused and experienced individual with strong analytical,
organizational, and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will conduct
research in Dr. Islam's lab in the department. Dr. Islam's research is focus on
cornea regeneration including cell therapy.

The successful
candidate will conduct research involving animal models, specifically using the
rabbit cornea. Responsibilities also include publishing findings in leading
journals and conferences, leading group projects, and collaborating with both
graduate and undergraduate students on research initiatives.

The candidate
should be available to start immediately.

The ideal
candidate should have:
A record of
peer-reviewed publications and prior research experience in ophthalmology,
including experience in handling rabbits for ocular research (preferably, but
not limited to, studies involving the rabbit cornea) and conducting laboratory
experiments.
Demonstrated
experience in cell biology techniques.

Minimum
Qualifications:

• Applicants must
  hold a PhD in Biological, Biomedical Sciences, Ophthalmology, or a closely
  related field.
• Eligible to
  work in the U.S.

Preferred
Qualifications:

• Experienced working
  with Rabbit model for ophthalmic research.
• A demonstrated
  commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New
  Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global
  communities.

New Mexico is
known as the Land of Enchantment for good reason. Albuquerque is a culturally rich and naturally
beautiful city, with good weather year-round, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The Sandia Mountain wilderness is 20 minutes
from UNM. There is a lively arts scene,
and we are close to the galleries of Santa Fe and Madrid, NM. There are also two national laboratories nearby:
Sandia and Los Alamos.

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Applications must include: 1) a comprehensive CV; 2) a cover letter including 3 representative publication(s); and 3) the names and contact information (address, phone number and email address) for 3 professional references.

For more information contact Mohammad Islam, PhD, Assistant Professor at MMIslam@salud.unm.edu.

University of New Mexico

Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

Albuquerque, NM 87131

USA

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