Positions Available- Visual Science: The Center for Visual Science at the University of Rochester is currently inviting applications for various positions. If you have a passion for research and wish to contribute to groundbreaking projects, explore the open positions detailed below. Applicants are encouraged to directly contact the respective labs for additional information.
- Telias Lab Postdoctoral Position
- Date Added: 02/20/2024
- 🧠 Research Focus: Mouse models of vision loss and blindness, stem cell models for biomedical research
- 🕹️ Skills Needed: Electrophysiology, Imaging, Mouse behavior, Computer & Data Science, Molecular & Cell Biology
- 📧 Contact: Michael_Telias@urmc.rochester.edu
- ARIA Imaging Group Postdoctoral Position
- Date Updated: 02/05/2024
- 📷 Research Focus: Hybrid methods involving adaptive optics imaging of macaque retinal neurons and behavioral testing
- 🔍 Ideal Candidate: Strong quantitative background in visual system physiology or psychophysical testing, experience in mathematical modeling/programming
- 🏛️ Research Environment: Stimulating research environment, excellent opportunities for interactions and training in imaging and visual science
- 📧 Contact: Paula.Losey@rochester.edu
- Systems Neuroscience Postdoctoral Position
- Date Updated: 02/05/2024
- 🧠 Research Focus: Neural mechanisms of steering control using psychophysics and large-scale electrophysiology in non-human primates
- 🎓 Background: Neuroscience, experimental psychology, biomedical engineering, or related field
- 🤝 Collaboration: Highly dynamic and collaborative group at the Center for Visual Science
- 📧 Contact: gdeangelis@ur.rochester.edu
- Marcos Lab Postdoctoral Position
- Date Updated: 1/3/2024
- 🌐 Research Focus: Mechanisms of myopia control, interdisciplinary environment
- 🎓 Requirements: PhD in optics, biomedical engineering, vision science, or related fields
- 💡 Applicants Should Demonstrate: Familiarity with ophthalmic instrumentation, motivation for myopia research, critical thinking
- 🏢 Environment: Thriving multidisciplinary environment, close collaboration with clinical environment, competitive salary and benefits
- 📧 Contact: smarcos2@ur.rochester.edu, cc’ing leslie.smith@rochester.edu
Postdocs & Research Associates
Postdoctoral position at the Telias lab, University of Rochester Added 02/20/2024
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Location: Telias Lab, Flaum Eye Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center
Research Area: Mouse models of vision loss, blindness, and stem cell models for in-vitro disease-oriented biomedical research.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Proficiency in electrophysiology, imaging, mouse behavior, computer & data science, and molecular & cell biology.
- Strong programming skills (MatLab, C++/C#, Python, R).
- Experience in a range of methodologies mentioned in the job description.
How to Apply: Send CV/Resume to Michael_Telias@urmc.rochester.edu
Postdoctoral position in imaging and behavioral analysis of macaque retinal neurons Updated 02/05/2024
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Location: ARIA imaging group, Center for Visual Science, University of Rochester
Research Area: Hybrid methods involving adaptive optics (AO) imaging of retinal neurons and behavioral testing in macaque retinas.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Background in visual system physiology or psychophysical testing.
- Experience with mathematical modeling/programming.
- Strong quantitative skills.
How to Apply: Send CV, cover letter, and references to Paula.Losey@rochester.edu
Postdoctoral position in systems neuroscience Updated 02/05/2024
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Location: University of Rochester, Center for Visual Science
Research Area: Neural mechanisms of steering control, involving psychophysics and large-scale electrophysiology in non-human primates.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Background in neuroscience, experimental psychology, biomedical engineering, or related field.
- Previous research experience in systems neuroscience.
How to Apply: Submit CV, research statement, and references to gdeangelis@ur.rochester.edu
Postdoc position in mechanisms of myopia control at the Marcos Lab Updated 1/3/2024
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Location: Marcos Lab, Center for Visual Science, University of Rochester
Research Area: Mechanisms of myopia control, working on a National Institutes of Health-National Eye Institute R01 Grant.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Recent PhD in optics, biomedical engineering, vision science, or related fields.
- Familiarity with custom-developed ophthalmic instrumentation.
- Interdisciplinary mindset and motivation for myopia research.
How to Apply: Submit CV, contact information for references, and a motivation letter to smarcos2@ur.rochester.edu, cc’ing leslie.smith@rochester.edu
Last Date for Apply: Varies for each position, check individual postings.
