Postdoctoral Position in Retinal Degeneration and Translational Vision Research at Stanford University Stanford University in United States

Stanford University’s Department of Ophthalmology, under the mentorship of Dr. Ahmad Al-Moujahed, is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join a dynamic translational research program focused on the mechanisms and therapeutic targets of inherited retinal degenerations (IRDs). The research group integrates single-cell transcriptomics, proteomics, retinal biology, and disease modeling to understand photoreceptor degeneration and develop novel therapeutic strategies for vision loss. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface of ophthalmology, bioinformatics, and experimental retinal biology, with strong mentorship and career development support.

The successful candidate will lead interdisciplinary projects involving bioinformatic analysis of single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) and proteomics datasets, design and execute experiments investigating retinal degeneration mechanisms using cell culture and animal models, and perform molecular and cell biology techniques such as immunofluorescence, PCR/qPCR, and protein analysis. Experience with retinal organoids, mouse retinal phenotyping (including ERG, fundus photography, and OCT), and integration of multi-omics datasets is highly valued.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in computational biology, neuroscience, stem cell biology, ophthalmology, or a related field, with demonstrated experience in bioinformatics analysis and a strong publication record. Preferred candidates will have experience in retinal biology, inherited retinal diseases, mouse eye imaging, electrophysiology, and stem cell culture. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

The position is fully funded, offering a base pay of $76,383 (FY25 Stanford minimum), and provides access to cutting-edge resources, a collaborative research environment, and opportunities for independent project development and fellowship funding. Application materials should include a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references, submitted to Dr. Ahmad Al-Moujahed and his administrative assistant. For more information, visit the Stanford Ophthalmology website.

Keywords: retinal degeneration, inherited retinal diseases, translational vision research, ophthalmology, bioinformatics, single-cell transcriptomics, proteomics, retinal biology, disease modeling, mouse models.