Research Associate in Ophthalmology at University of Pennsylvania

Q: What qualifications are required for the Research Associate in Ophthalmology position?

Applicants must hold an M.D. and/or Ph.D. degree . Experience in stem cell research, retinal biology, or ophthalmology is implied for success in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) modeling. Review research jobs for similar roles or academic CV tips .

Q: What are the main responsibilities in this Research Associate role?

Key duties include conducting research on AMD disease modeling and therapy development , differentiating induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) into retinal pigment epithelial cells to analyze transcriptome, proteome, and lipidome under oxidative stress, and studying mouse models of AMD and post-mortem human eyes. Opportunities to write manuscripts, present at conferences, and prepare grants.

Q: What is the duration and renewal policy for this appointment?

Initial appointment is for 1 year , with continuation and renewal based on satisfactory performance and funding availability, limited to a maximum of 3 years . Funding-dependent roles are common in postdoc and research associate positions .

Q: Does the University of Pennsylvania offer diversity and inclusion support?

Yes, the university seeks candidates who embrace diversity and is an EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer). Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Explore employer branding in higher ed .

Q: What opportunities exist for career development in this role?

Successful applicants can write manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals , present at scientific meetings and conferences , participate in lab/department meetings, and prepare grant proposals . Ideal for advancing in postdoctoral research careers . Application deadline: October 31, 2026.

Q: How does this role fit into academic medicine research at Penn?

Part of the Department of Ophthalmology at Perelman School of Medicine , focusing on cutting-edge stem cell therapy for AMD . Aligns with research assistant jobs in medicine subcategory.

Research Associate in Ophthalmology

Description

The Department of Ophthalmology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Applicants must have an M.D. and/or Ph.D degree.

Responsibilities may include Conducting research on disease modeling and therapy development for age-related macular degeneration. Differentiate induced pluripotent stem cells into retinal pigment epithelial cells to study the transcriptome, proteome, and lipidome under oxidative stress conductions. Study mouse models of AMD and post-mortem human eyes.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to Write manuscripts to be published in peer-reviewed journals. Participate and present in scientific meetings and conferences, laboratory and department meetings. Prepare grant proposals.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Research Associate in Ophthalmology position?

Applicants must hold an M.D. and/or Ph.D. degree. Experience in stem cell research, retinal biology, or ophthalmology is implied for success in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) modeling. Review research jobs for similar roles or academic CV tips.

🔬What are the main responsibilities in this Research Associate role?

Key duties include conducting research on AMD disease modeling and therapy development, differentiating induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) into retinal pigment epithelial cells to analyze transcriptome, proteome, and lipidome under oxidative stress, and studying mouse models of AMD and post-mortem human eyes. Opportunities to write manuscripts, present at conferences, and prepare grants.

📅What is the duration and renewal policy for this appointment?

Initial appointment is for 1 year, with continuation and renewal based on satisfactory performance and funding availability, limited to a maximum of 3 years. Funding-dependent roles are common in postdoc and research associate positions.

🌍Does the University of Pennsylvania offer diversity and inclusion support?

Yes, the university seeks candidates who embrace diversity and is an EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer). Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Explore employer branding in higher ed.

📈What opportunities exist for career development in this role?

Successful applicants can write manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, present at scientific meetings and conferences, participate in lab/department meetings, and prepare grant proposals. Ideal for advancing in postdoctoral research careers. Application deadline: October 31, 2026.

🏥How does this role fit into academic medicine research at Penn?

Part of the Department of Ophthalmology at Perelman School of Medicine, focusing on cutting-edge stem cell therapy for AMD. Aligns with research assistant jobs in medicine subcategory.

University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

"Research Associate in Ophthalmology"

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