Career Opportunites: Faculty - University of Michigan Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position. We are seeking an outstanding candidate who studies fundamental mechanisms of retinal development or aging. Highest priority will be given to scientists whose work interfaces well with existing programs and includes translational efforts contributing to the prevention or restoration of visual function in eyes with retinal diseases. Research strategies may include innovative uses of genetic manipulation, pharmacological alteration or transplantation of retinal cells and precursors in vertebrate models.

The applicant must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D., with a strong record of accomplishments. The Department anticipates making an appointment at the level of Assistant Professor, although applications from senior scientists with productive and well-funded research programs will also be considered.

The Department provides a world-class research environment including a Vision Research Training Program and various core facilities supported by the NIH/NEI (see www.kellogg.umich.edu/research). Formal ties to basic science departments in the University are nurtured through joint appointments of its faculty. The Medical School offers a wide range of state-of-the-art research support including facilities utilizing transgenic and gene targeted mice, viral vector production, microarrays, DNA sequencing, proteomics, microscopic imaging and analysis, flow cytometry and bioinformatics. With the on-going construction of a 230,000 sq. ft. addition, the U-M Kellogg Eye Center is experiencing unprecedented growth that will increase its research space by 50%.

Applications received by December 21, 2007 will be assured consideration. The application should include a curriculum vitae, statement of research plans, and contact information for three references. The application should be sent to: OVSretinasearch07@umich.edu or Donald G. Puro, M.D., Ph.D., Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Retina Search, University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.

Tenure-Track Faculty Position - Vascular Biology

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position. We are seeking an outstanding candidate who studies fundamental aspects of vascular biology. The applicant must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D, with a strong record of accomplishments. Highest priority will be given to scientists with demonstrated research interests in retinal vascular physiology or pathobiology that interface well with existing programs and include translational efforts leading to enhanced prevention or treatment of retinal vascular disorders associated with diabetes or macular degeneration. Candidates studying other areas of vascular biology will also be considered.

The Department anticipates making an appointment at the level of Assistant Professor, although applications from senior scientists with productive and well-funded research programs will also be considered. The Department provides a world-class environment for outstanding basic and clinical research in 17 laboratories, including a Vision Research Training Program and various core facilities supported by NIH/NEI. Formal ties to basic science departments in the University are maintained through joint appointment of its faculty (see www.kellogg.umich.edu/research). Located in Ann Arbor, the University provides a vibrant cultural and intellectual community and access to many amenities associated with larger cities.

Applications received by December 21, 2007 will be assured of consideration. The application should include a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and plans, and contact information for three references. The application should be sent to bhughes@umich.edu or Bret A. Hughes, Ph.D., at the University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.

Tenure-track Faculty Position in Visual Neuroscience

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position. We are seeking an outstanding candidate who uses some combination of electrophysiological, imaging, computational, behavioral and molecular approaches to study information processing in neural circuitry at one or more levels of the visual system. The applicant must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D and have appropriate postdoctoral experience in neuroscience. The Department anticipates making an appointment at the level of Assistant Professor, but applications from senior scientists with productive and funded research programs will also be considered.

Applications received by December 21, 2007 will be assured of full consideration. The application should be in the form of a .pdf file and include a cover letter, a CV, a statement of research interests that describes past accomplishments and future plans (1-3 pages) and contact information for at least three references. Applications should be emailed to OVSneurosearch07@umich.edu or Attention: Neuro Search, Room 347, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, 1000 Wall Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.