Job openings
Post-doctoral Fellows
Our laboratory is seeking motivated postdoctoral fellows to study disease-causing gene networks and identify novel therapies for retinal-degenerative diseases. We currently focus on using high-throughput behavioral screening with zebrafish retinal-degeneration mutants to identify novel drugs. We have extensive interaction within our group, with other zebrafish groups at Purdue, and with more than 60 faculty members in our department. We also have great interactions and collaborations with the wider Purdue community and other institutions inside and outside the country. Our lab provides a top-notch environment to cultivate new research ideas and opportunities. The candidates will receive excellent guidance on scientific research and career planning.
Qualified applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in Genomics, Developmental Biology, Neuroscience, Medicine, or a related field, and have a strong record of publications. Previous research experience in eye development, zebrafish, ophthalmology, drug development, and medicine is a plus. Interested candidates should send their CVs, representative publications, and names of three references to Yuk Fai Leung.
Graduate students
Our laboratory is looking for talented students in pursuing a Ph.D. degree in studying disease-causing gene networks and identifying new drugs for retinal-degenerative diseases using the zebrafish model. Qualified applicants should have a strong academic record. Previous research experience is a plus. Interested candidates should contact Yuk Fai Leung or our graduate studies office for further information.
Undergraduate researcher
Our laboratory is recruiting outstanding undergraduate students, preferably in their freshmen or sophomore years, to conduct scientific research projects. These research students will acquire research experience and receive top-notch guidance to become independent scientists. Qualified applicants should have a strong academic record and be prepared to conduct a thesis research project. Interested students should contact Yuk Fai Leung for further information.