Research Scientist, Ophthalmology

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Research Scientist
. Dr. Sangita Patel’s lab,
Department of Ophthalmology at the University at Buffalo, is located at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. Dr. Patel’s lab studies the physiology of the corneal endothelium, the cell layer that maintains transparency of the cornea. Current projects are focused on studies of the extracellular matrix of the corneal endothelium and responses to cell injury. The Research Scientist is expected to be able to move projects from the idea phase to the bench, including interpretation and presentation of findings, and guiding future areas for investigation.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Establishing new protocols for research ideas
• Performing and troubleshooting experimental protocols
• Analyzing and interpreting data and preparing for presentation
• Preparing reports and publications
• Human and cow eye dissections
• Teaching and guiding junior laboratory team members
• General laboratory maintenance/upkeep activities

• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

• PhD or MD in a relevant science / health science field
• Excellent organizational, documentation, communication, and teamwork skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Proficient in cell culture techniques and general cell/molecular biology protocols

• Knowledgeable about ophthalmic disease and ocular anatomy
• Experience studying extracellular matrix
• Experience with microdissection

Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.

Salary Range $50,000 – $60,000

Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Full time
Day-to-day hours may vary

Campus VA Medical Center

Is a background check required for this posting? No

Number of references required 3

Contact's Name Sangita Patel

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title Associate Professor

Contact's Phone

UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity or by phone .