Postdoctoral Fellow - Ophthalmology

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Ophthalmology

Postdoctoral Fellow – Ophthalmology

Position # – Requisition #38035

Cell Sight, the Ocular Stem Cell and Regeneration Research Program, seeks several full‑time postdoctoral fellows to conduct research in retinal biology, stem cell technologies, and regenerative medicine. The funded role focuses on developing novel stem cell–based therapeutics for ocular diseases. No direct patient care is involved. Key responsibilities include designing and executing stem‑cell and organoid experiments, analyzing data, publishing results, and mentoring students and technicians.

Onsite – Aurora, CO.

Our department’s home is the newly expanded Sue Anschutz Rodgers Eye Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus, a state‑of‑the‑art facility serving patients worldwide. The university offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment for research and training.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an MD/PhD or PhD in a relevant biomedical science discipline.

• Experience with stem cell culture techniques.
• Experience with 3D organoid differentiation, especially retinal organoids.
• Experience in vision science research.
• Strong understanding of retinal degenerative disease pathophysiology.
• Expertise in retinal pigment epithelium and photoreceptor physiology, including interphotoreceptor matrix.
• Expertise in retinal electrophysiology (ERG, ORG).
• Experience performing retinal surgeries and postoperative evaluation.
• Experience with hydrogel platforms for cell delivery.
• Proficiency with cell, developmental, and molecular biology techniques.
• A strong record of publications.

• Strong team‑player with excellent interpersonal skills and diversity awareness.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Excellent time management, organization, and independent work capacity.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to follow direction and use independent judgment.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical reasoning.
• Professional representation of the department and university.
• Working knowledge of common software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

For full consideration, please submit:

• A letter of interest describing how your experience relates to the qualifications and why you are interested.
• Curriculum vitae / Resume.
• Three professional references with name, address, phone number, and email.

Applications must be submitted electronically ONLY .edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to:
Ashley Woodhouse
, ashley.woodhouse.

November 1, 2025 – Apply by December 16, 2025.

Starting salary range (based on experience): $62,232 – $70,344. Additional compensation includes generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions.

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination. All individuals are encouraged to apply, including protected veterans and people with disabilities.

The University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. To request accommodations, contact the HR ADA Coordinator coordinator.

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CU Anschutz encourages COVID‑19 and other vaccine‑preventable disease vaccinations. Employees in certain research areas may be required to enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.