Post Doc Fellow, Liu Lab, Department of Ophthalmology at University of Cincinnati in Cincinnati, Ohio

Job Description:

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

You are invited to submit an application to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best-in-class healthcare professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improve the health and clinical care of patients. The Department of Ophthalmology and its committed team of faculty, staff, and researchers, are dedicated to high-quality resident education, excellence in patient care, and a commitment to advancing the science of Ophthalmology and Vision Science.

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine is offering a three year fellowship in Ophthalmology and Vision science research. The fellowship runs from May 2025 through May 2028. The fellow would manage three basic and translational research projects under one-on-one mentorship from Ophthalmology faculty. The fellow would be expected to submit and present abstracts at annual meetings and prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication.

Essential Functions

• Conduct research experiments in a particular field within the pre-determined research scope and methodology.


• Gather and analyze data and develop new ideas that promote current research.


• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and presentations of research results.


• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentation; may assist in grant writing.


• Keep informed of developments in field to maintain and enhance professional expertise.


• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies, as needed.


• May teach techniques to others, train, and mentor junior research staff and students.


• Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities.


• Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty supervisor and from other faculty members as well.


• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent in a relevant field).


• In-depth knowledge of Ophthalmology and Molecular genetics.

Required Experience

• At least two years of prior laboratory experience with cell culture, protein and DNA manipulation, animal experimentation.


• Experience with software programs in use in the laboratory, including Excel, PowerPoint, Prism, Word desirable.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and BenefitsUC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.


• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.


• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.


• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.


• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.


• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.


• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP). To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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