Postdoctoral Fellow

About this position

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Ophthalmology

Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow

Position #00853251 – Requisition #41186

Job Summary:

• The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado,
• Anschutz Medical Campus, seeks a full-time (1.0 FTE) Postdoctoral
• Fellow to work in the Quantitative Translational Imaging in
• Medicine Lab, located within the Division of Artificial Medical
• Intelligence of Department of Ophthalmology in the University of
• Colorado School of Medicine. We focus broadly on quantitative and
• machine learning techniques in multiple modalities of medical
• imaging (e.g. fundoscopy images, OCT scans, MRI, CT, X-ray and
• digital pathology). We bridge the gap between machine learning
• research and clinical practice through fruitful connections with
• our clinical collaborators. Our research has potential to
• revolutionize treatment paradigms and transform the care of
• patients. If you join us, you will become an integral part of an
• interdisciplinary team that values collaboration and teamwork above
• all else. We are seeking a motivated, proactive person who will be
• able to own their projects from their conceptualization to its
• completion, support faculty in grant writing, and mentor data
• scientists, PhD students and undergraduate and graduate
• interns.

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform independent research: own a research project from conceptualization to publication
• Assist with grant writing and ideation
• Supervise PhD students, data scientists, and interns

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per

week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

• The Department of Ophthalmology is housed in the Sue
• Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus. This
• state-of-the-art facility is one of the largest eye centers in the
• country and serves not only patients in the Rocky Mountain region
• but also patients all over the world.

• The technological innovations conceived and developed by
• departmental faculty have changed the practice of eye care
• throughout the world. Our educational programs train the next
• generation of leaders in ophthalmology. Our specialists have
• developed national and international reputations for excellence in
• routine and complex ophthalmic care. We have invested heavily in
• tracking our clinical outcomes and we are proud that our clinicians
• perform at the highest levels in their respective fields.

• The mission of the Department of Ophthalmology is to be a
• nationally recognized department of ophthalmology by providing
• exemplary patient care founded on educational leadership,
• innovative research, and high ethical standards.

Why work for the University?

• The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package.
• To see what benefits are available for Post-Doctoral Fellows,
• please visit:

Payroll & Benefits Orientation for Post-Doctoral Fellows |

University of Colorado (cu.edu)

benefits guide cover-post-doc-2024 (cu.edu)

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of

hire.

• PhD in computer science, data science, or related discipline
• Track record of publications in Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning in peer-reviewed conferences and journals, specifically in Computer Vision and/or Natural Language Processing
• Proficiency in python and deep learning libraries (pytorch)
• Proficiency in git, Docker, python, and SQL
• Experience in Medical Computer Vision
• Experience with Large Language Models and Generative AI
• Experience working with real-world EHR and imaging data
• Experience working with PACS and the DICOM standard

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in medical imaging for ophthalmology
• Track record of publications in Medical Imaging in top tier conferences (e.g., MICCAI) and journals (e.g., Nature, Medical Image Analysis, Transactions of Medical Imaging)

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.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following

document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

• Curriculum vitae / Resume

• Five 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:

• Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but
• preference will be given to complete applications received by
• October 15, 2027 . Those who do not apply by this date may
• or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for this

position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Postdoc 0

$63,480

Postdoc 1

$63,900

Postdoc 2

$64,380

Postdoc 3

$66,948

Postdoc 4

$69,180

Postdoc 5

$71,748

Postdoc 6

$74,424

Postdoc 7 or more

$77,076

• The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents the
• University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of
• possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not
• eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

• Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
• The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans
• and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

• The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
• governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to
• creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect
• and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
• apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
• disabilities.

ADA Statement:

• The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants
• with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To
• request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with
• Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA
• Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu
• ​.

Background Check Statement:

• The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to
• ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,
• students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct
• background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

• CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19
• virus and other
• vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer
• in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated
• hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be
• required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance
• policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or
• volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain
• research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you
• must enroll in the
• occupational health medical surveillance program .