Assistant Research Professor of Medical & Molecular Genetics

Position Summary

The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking applicants at the Assistant Research Professor level. This is a scientist track non-tenure position, with the role primarily overseeing externally funded research within the Meyer Lab. The successful candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in neuroscience, stem cell biology, vision science, genetics, or other related research area and more than 2 years of postdoctoral fellowship training. The candidate must have expertise in cell culture with a particular emphasis upon the use of human pluripotent stem cell models, as well as a proven track record of publications and experience in applying for and receiving external funding. The candidate will have overall responsibility for designing, executing and/or supervising ongoing projects for the Meyerlaboratory focused on the development and implementation of in vitro models of the optic nerve for regeneration studies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are essential. The candidate needs to be able to mentor graduate students and technicians and collaborate with diverse laboratory personnel. It is highly desirable for the holders of this position to develop research projects with strong potential for long-term NIH funding and to have demonstrated the ability to collaborate with others. The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics offers a highly collegial and interdisciplinary environment that spans clinical medicine and basic research. See . IUSM is committed to being a welcoming campus community and we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana. Applicants should apply at: