The Research Assistant will assist in pre-clinical animal model studies under the guidance of Principal Investigator, Dr. Arlene Drack, in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.

• Perform and help design translational research studies using mouse models of human disease.

• Perform mouse husbandry and general laboratory organization.
• Perform experiments in mice utilizing electroretinogram, visually guided swim assay, OCT, histology, intraocular injections, and other experiments as needed.
• May include collecting and analyzing data from human studies including electroretinogram, optical coherence tomography, visual fields and other clinical studies.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records.
• Work independently and collaboratively on research tasks.
• Perform day-to-day lab tasks (e.g., stocking supplies, etc.).

Supervision is received from Professor.

Functional supervision is exercised over support staff and students.

·         A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or other biological science, or an appropriate combination of education and years of experience working in an academic research environment.

• Ability to handle and work with small animals
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency with computer software including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and Excel database software
• Prior experience in a research or medical setting.

• Knowledge of medical and genetic terminology.
• Experience in ophthalmology clinics.
• Experience or previous course work in the research process, especially in either animal or ophthalmology research.