"Postdoctoral Fellow Cornea & External Diseases"

Postdoctoral Fellow Cornea & External Diseases

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Ophthalmology

Job Title:

Position #00841173 - Requisition #38042

Job Summary:

Nature of Work

The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, seeks a full-time (1.0 FTE) Postdoctoral Fellow to conduct research in the diagnosis and management of ocular diseases using data science and artificial intelligence. This requires maintaining current knowledge of the pertinent literature, and formulation of clinical study design, image processing, machine learning, and statistical analyses to illuminate specific research questions. Among the machine learning techniques, deep learning artificial intelligence is emphasized. A significant percent effort will be placed on writing and preparing presentations and manuscripts.

Professional Field

Ophthalmology - Cornea and External Diseases

Supervision Received

Travis Redd, MD

Supervision Exercised

None

Key Responsibilities:

• Areas of research interest include clinical study design, control of image quality, image processing, image grading, control of data quality and completeness, missing data analysis, diagnostic accuracy analysis, longitudinal data analysis, survival analysis, regression analysis, disease progression analysis, and machine learning based on ophthalmic optical coherence tomography (OCT), OCT angiography, and photography. Give presentations of research results.
• Preparation of manuscript for journal publications, papers and grant applications.
• Teach image processing, image grading, and statistics to research and clinical trainees.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• MD or PhD. Research expertise in Ophthalmology, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning
• One year's work experience, or equivalent in thesis research and other research projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in image grading, image analysis, machine learning, clinical data analysis, and clinical study design is desirable.
• Knowledge of neural network and other machine learning techniques

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong team player with excellent customer service and interpersonal skills and has the ability to work with a diverse group and competing interests.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively explain processes and procedures.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, work under tight deadlines.
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to various situations.
• Ability to take direction and use independent judgment to complete assigned tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Analytical and reasoning ability.
• Ability to represent the department and University in a professional manner with tact and diplomacy.
• A working knowledge of common computer software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Ashley Woodhouse ashley.woodhouse@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins November 1, 2025. For best consideration, apply by December 16, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Postdoctoral 0 $62,232
Postdoctoral 1 $62,652
Postdoctoral 2 $63,120
Postdoctoral 3 $65,640
Postdoctoral 4 $67,824
Postdoctoral 5 $70,344