Research Fellow BE

POSITION SUMMARY: Post-doc fellowship in methods for surface modifications of the KPro to improve bio-integration and in delivering gene therapy to the eye. Designs and performs in vitro and in vivo experiments to assess outcomes. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Read, analyze and summarize published literature Generate particle with improved chemistry for targeting tissues of interest Perform chemical modifications that promote cell adhesion nand bio integration of the KPro device Design and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments Undertake relevant coursework if required by mentor. Attend relevant meetings Meet regularly with mentor to review project progress and milestones Plan and deliver a seminar on the project Take administrative (inventory, purchasing, etc. ) responsibilities in the lab when necessary Write a final report or submit a manuscript to a peer-reviewed journal describing the project and results Help in submitting relevant grants EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Doctoral degree (MD or PhD). WORKING CONDITIONS: Lab setting. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Possible lifting of 10 to 20 lbs., depending on nature of chosen project(s). HIPAA Privacy Training and Sanctions All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule are required by the Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities and of the group health plan's policies and procedures that impact on their job duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the plan's health information policies and procedures under the direction of the institution's privacy officer is a pre-requisite for this position. Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination. This description is intended to indicate essential tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of supervisors to assign, direct, or control the work of staff members under their supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned but that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. Massachusetts Eye and Ear is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, sex, pregnancy or conditions related to pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs