Postdoctoral position in pharmacology and vision sciences.
A postdoctoral associate position is available in the Department of Ophthalmology at University of Pittsburgh to participate a NIH-funded project about the mechanistic study and drug discovery of an inherited retinal degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa. The laboratory is using both in vitro and in vivo models to understand the cellular homeostasis of misfolded rhodopsin mutants, and to test the efficacy of novel small molecule compounds in mammalian cells and in a mouse model that develops progressive retinal degeneration.
The University of Pittsburgh one of the top five NIH-funded Universities in the U.S. Neighboring with Carnegie Mellon University and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), University of Pittsburgh is located at a world-class center for pioneering biomedical research. Pittsburgh is a vibrant and affordable city that offers a multitude of local amenities, including major league sports, a dynamic cultural district, and old-world neighborhood charm. Rated the “Most Livable City” in the US by Forbes Magazine and the Economist, Pittsburgh is a great place to live and work.
Salary: $47,476/yr plus Fringe benefits.
Qualifications
Ph.D in molecular biology, biochemistry or vision sciences with a good record of peer-reviewed research publications. Highly motivated in vision research. Prior experience with molecular cloning, biochemical techniques (Western Blot, immunostaining, immunoprecipitation), cell biology (cell culture, cell-based assays, and imaging), mouse handling (genotyping, breeding, IHC, treatment) are needed. Experiences in SD-OCT, Retinal cryosectioning, immunohistochemistry, and ERG is highly preferred.

Please your application materials including a cover letter, CV and a list contacts of three references to cheny1@pitt.edu