The Center for Translational Vision Research in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of California, under direction of Dr. Krzysztof Palczewski is seeking applicants for a Postdoctoral Research Scholar position (or PhD student). Applications are being sought from independent and motivated candidates interested in multi-disciplinary novel approaches to develop genome editing treatments for blinding diseases. Applicants must possess a recent BS, Ph.D., M.D, or M.D./Ph.D. degree in the field of Ophthalmology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or equivalent to apply. Experience in biochemistry, molecular biology, structural biology, mass spectrometry or chemistry required.

The Center for Translational Vision Research serves as an international leader in advancing research and bolstering support of investigators pursuing basic and translational sciences relevant to vision. Further details about the Center of Translational Vision Research Lab research can be found at https://ctvr.uci.edu/

Requirements:

Applicants must possess a recent BS, Ph.D., M.D, or M.D./Ph.D. degree in the field of Ophthalmology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or equivalent to apply. Experience in biochemistry, molecular biology, structural biology, mass spectrometry or chemistry required.