Post Doctoral Fellow of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences - req# 33901
Job Description
Post Doctoral Fellow of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
| Posting Number | req33901 |
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| Employment Type | Faculty |
| Faculty Type | Research |
| Hiring Department | Department of Ophthalmology (409A) |
| Academic Location | School of Medicine |
| Benefits Eligible | Postdoctoral Fellows may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits . See the Benefits home page for more information. |
| Position Summary | The Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a Postdoctoral fellow position. We are seeking a research-focused and experienced individual with strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will conduct research in Dr. Islam’s lab in the department. Dr. Islam’s research is focus on cornea regeneration including cell therapy. The successful candidate will conduct research involving animal models, specifically using the rabbit cornea. Responsibilities also include publishing findings in leading journals and conferences, leading group projects, and collaborating with both graduate and undergraduate students on research initiatives. The candidate should be available to start immediately. The ideal candidate should have: A record of peer-reviewed publications and prior research experience in ophthalmology, including experience in handling rabbits for ocular research (preferably, but not limited to, studies involving the rabbit cornea) and conducting laboratory experiments. Demonstrated experience in cell biology techniques. |
| Qualifications | Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment for goodreason. Albuquerque is a culturally richand naturally beautiful city, with good weather year-round, perfect for outdoorenthusiasts. The Sandia Mountain wilderness is 20 minutes from UNM. There is alively arts scene, and we are close to the galleries of Santa Fe and Madrid,NM. There are two national laboratories nearby: Sandia and Los Alamos.
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| Application Instructions | Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. For best consideration, applicants must apply to UNM Jobs that includes 1) a comprehensive CV; 2) a cover letter including 3 representative publication(s); and 3) the names and contact information (address, phone number and email address) for 3 professional references. For more information please contact Mohammad Islam, PhD, Assistant Professor at Mohammad Mirazul Islam, PhD Assistant Professor Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences The University of New Mexico Albuquerque, NM 87131, USA |
| For Best Consideration | For best consideration, please apply by 8/13/2025. This position will remain open until filled. |
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Apply OnlinePosted: 7/30/2025
Job Status: Full Time
Job Reference #: 33901