Researcher -Ophthalmology

Researcher I-Ophthalmology –
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Hourly Rate: $21.69/hr

Grant funded until December 2026.

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Research, the Researcher I provides critical support for the Department of Ophthalmology by overseeing day-to-day laboratory operations, coordinating research logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This position’s primary responsibilities include but are not limited to conducting research with animal models and cell culture; collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data; supporting the development of research proposals, publications, and presentations;

and maintaining accurate records and research databases. This role requires knowledge of ophthalmic research, molecular and cell biology techniques, and clinical evaluation methods, as well as strong organizational, communication, and technical writing skills. The incumbent will work closely with faculty, research staff, and administrative offices to ensure smooth research operations and compliance with institutional and federal guidelines.

• Conduct experimental research with mouse and rat models and cell culture.
• Perform statistical analysis and develop statistical models.
• Evaluate data and outcomes and suggest alternative research methods, and modify or develop new procedures and techniques.
• Design, conduct, modify, and set up experiments, studies, and investigations.
• Assist in the development of complex research proposals, plans, and protocols.
• Collect, record, compile, process, analyze, and interpret data/samples.
• Provide work direction or supervision to students and other research staff.
• Conduct literature reviews and document and interpret results.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree (transcript required).
• Experience:
  
  Three (3) years of experience conducting research using mouse models; or Master’s Degree and one (1) year of experience conducting research using mouse models.

• Ability to manage time and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to think and work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Demonstrates effective listening, oral and written communication skills.
• Technical writing skills for proposal, report, and manuscript preparation.
• Ability to create and maintain extensive records on research subjects.
• Knowledge of Basic Research Principles and Federal Code of Regulations for Clinical Research Studies.
• Excellent organizational skills.

This position may occasionally be required to work evenings.