An E. Matilda Zeigler Foundation funded postdoctoral position is available to investigate protein interactions and gene regulation underlying normal and diseased vertebrate photoreceptor architecture and function.  The position, which is available immediately, will be part of an expanding research group that utilizes both in vitro and in vivo (transgenic mice & Xenopus) approaches to understand the fundamental biology, biochemistry, and molecular genetics of retinal photoreceptors and retinal degenerative diseases.  The project will utilize a novel combination of genetic tagging, FACS purification, microarray analysis, fluorescence complementation, and a wide variety of molecular and cellular-level phenotyping approaches to investigate the etiology of inherited retinal diseases.  

To apply: Applicants should be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and possess a Ph.D and fundamental training in modern biology, biophysics, biochemistry, or genetics.  The successful applicant  will be independent, self-motivated, and possess excellent oral and written communication skills.  Applications should include a cover letter describing specific research interests, CV, and the names of three references, and be directed to Dr. Andrew Goldberg,  Eye Research Institute - 417 DHE, Oakland University, Rochester, MI 48309.  E-mail: goldberg@oakland.edu