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The University Of Tennessee - Knoxville

Postdoctoral Scholar - Ophthalmology

The University Of Tennessee - Knoxville, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955


Job Description - Postdoctoral Scholar - Ophthalmology (24000001OV)Position Overview

The postdoc scholar will participate in several research projects currently funded by the US Department of Veteran Affairs (to Dr. Nawajes Mandal). This individual will also have the responsibility of carrying out independent research related to these projects.Qualifications

PhD in Biological or Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related field.Minimum four-years’ experience in research that may include PhD thesis, at least three publications as the first or the senior author.Familiarity with biochemical, molecular, cell biological assays, data management and data analysis.Research with laboratory animals specifically mouse and rats.Strong communication and excellent writing skills.Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.About the University

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is the flagship statewide, public, academic health institution in Tennessee. Founded in 1911, the mission of the University of Tennessee Health Science is to improve the health and well-being of Tennesseans and the global community by fostering integrated, collaborative, and inclusive education, research, scientific discovery, clinical care, and public service.Location

Located in West Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is the second-largest city in the state and among the largest cities in the Southeast. The Greater Memphis metropolitan area has more than 1.3 million residents, and the city ranks among those with the lowest cost of living in the country.EEO/AA Statement / Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

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