Postdoctoral Scientist - Ophthalmology
- University of Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Jul 07, 2026
Job Description
Postdoctoral Scientist - Ophthalmology
Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine
Open Date: Jul 01, 2026
Deadline:
Faculty Mentor: Peter M.J. Quinn
Department: Ophthalmology
Funding Source: PI Fund/Philantrophic Fund
Number of Positions: 1
Open to applications from U.S. citizens and foreign nationals.
Job Summary
The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a full-time postdoctoral scientist to work under the direction of the Principle Investigator, and perform duties associated with projects aiming to use gene therapy to tackle inherited retinal disorders (IRDs). Research approaches include therapeutic editing and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) retinal organoid disease modeling. Further, the position requires assisting the principal investigator with grant and manuscript writing.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct laboratory research, troubleshoot problems, record and analyze data, independently design new research experiments, and prepare publications, presentations, and grant materials as needed.
Participate in the training and supervision of new and junior lab members as needed, provide scientific and technical expertise and guidance for other ongoing projects as needed.
Maintaining induced pluripotent stem cell lines, differentiation and maintenance of retinal organoids from iPSCs.
Cell and molecular biology experiments related to DNA, RNA and protein from cell lines and organoids.
Design and execute DNA and/or RNA editing experiments in cell lines and retinal organoids.
Qualifications
Qualifications
• PhD degree in Biology, chemistry, or related science.
• Experience with induced pluripotent stem cells and differentiation to retinal organoids or other organoid models is highly desirable.
• Experience with DNA and/or RNA editing design and implementation is highly desirable
Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue untill the position is filled.
Applications should be sent through Interfollo using the link below and include:
1. Cover letter;
2. Curriculum vitae;
3. Contact information for three references.
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/188949
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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