- POSTDOCTORAL Scholar
An opening for a Postdoctoral Scholar is available to participate in studies of the molecular mechanisms of age-related macular degeneration in a highly productive ocular vascular biology laboratory. Research emphasis will be placed on identifying mechanisms of atrophy and angiogenesis through in vitro and in vivo studies. The candidate should have a Ph.D. in the life sciences or M.D. with extensive basic science experience. Experience in molecular biology techniques such as PCR, in situ hybridization, immunocytochemistry, and immunoblotting is desirable. The successful candidate will be involved in transgenic genomic and proteomic analyses. U.S. citizenship/permanent residency preferred but not required.
(If offered this position, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and undergo a national background check as required by University of Kentucky Human Resources.)
Please submit CV, cover letter and names of 3 references to:
Jayakrishna Ambati
Director, Ocular Angiogenesis Laboratory
Department of Ophthalmology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40536-0284
Letters may also be sent by FAX to (859-323-1122)
or via e-mail to (jamba2@uky.edu).
- Postdoctoral Fellow Position – Gelfand Lab, University of Kentucky
A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the Gelfand Lab at the University of Kentucky. Energentic and talented individuals are sought to join a new research group studying molecular processes involved in age-related macular degeneration and atherosclerosis.
Desired qualifications
- Minimum requirements include a PhD, MD, OD or equivalent, 1 to 3 years experience in a basic science laboratory, with the ability of unsupervised planning, execution data collection and analysis
- The ideal candidate needs to be a strong communicator and someone who works well in a team setting
- Significant basic science knowledge using advanced techniques in molecular biology such as Western blotting, IP, ELISA, immunofluorescence, confocal microscopy, RNA isolation and characterization, qPCR, cell culture and transfection
- Good command of written and spoken English. Computer skills that are necessary for data analysis and interpretation with expected proficiency in Windows, Office and ImageJ.
If you are interested in an exciting opportunity to be a part of an energetic investigative effort exploring new boundaries in biomedical science, please email a cover letter, CV and 3 letters of reference to:
Brad Gelfand
Email: brad.gelfand@uky.edu
(If offered a position, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and undergo a national background check as required by University of Kentucky Human Resources.) |