University of Pennsylvania
The Department of Ophthalmology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks a full-time Professor for a tenure-track position focused on independent research into ocular surface homeostasis and chronic inflammatory disease. The role involves developing an innovative, NIH-funded research program on dry eye mechanisms with both wet lab and clinical components. The position emphasizes research with limited teaching responsibilities and no clinical duties.
Headquarters
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Company Size
10001+ employees
Founded
1740
The University of Pennsylvania (Penn) is a private Ivy League research university in Philadelphia offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across schools such as Wharton (business), Penn Medicine, SEAS (engineering), Law, Nursing, and the School of Arts & Sciences. Penn emphasizes interdisciplinary research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, translating scholarship into clinical care, startups, and public policy. Founded in the 18th century with ties to Benjamin Franklin, it maintains a large research enterprise, global partnerships, and a broad alumni network.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
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Chief Technology Officer
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