Post Doctoral.Post Doctoral.Associate
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LocationPittsburgh, PA
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
ExperienceUp to 5 yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenNov 7, 2026 · 14h ago
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MD or PhD or both in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Ophthalmology, Vision Science, or a related field
Demonstrated ability to write and publish high-quality scientific manuscripts
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team-oriented research environment
2-5 years of research experience in medical imaging, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or computational biology (preferred)
Prior experience with ophthalmic imaging (OCT/OCTA) is highly desirable but not mandatory
Skills
OCT
OCTA
FAF
fundus imaging
artificial intelligence
machine learning
computational biology
image analysis algorithms
Python
Benefits
Support for conference travel
Workshops training programs
Mentorship
About the role
The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join the laboratory of Dr. Jay Chhablani at the UPMC Vision Institute. The lab focuses on cutting-edge research at the intersection of retinal diseases, choroidal biology, and artificial intelligence-based image analysis. The successful candidate will contribute to innovative projects involving multimodal retinal imaging, biomarker discovery, and translational research in age-related macular degeneration and related disorders.
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Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct independent and collaborative research in retinal imaging, choroidal analysis, and computational ophthalmology
Develop and apply image analysis algorithms using OCT, OCTA, FAF, and fundus imaging datasets
Work with large-scale clinical datasets to identify novel imaging biomarkers and disease progression patterns
Prepare and submit manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences
Assist in grant writing, project design, and study coordination
Collaborate with clinicians, engineers, and data scientists within multidisciplinary teams
Mentor graduate students, research fellows, and trainees as needed
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Requirements
Expectations and Qualifications
MD or PhD or both in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Ophthalmology, Vision Science, or a related field
2-5 years of research experience in medical imaging, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or computational biology (preferred)
Prior experience with ophthalmic imaging (OCT/OCTA) is highly desirable but not mandatory
Demonstrated ability to write and publish high-quality scientific manuscripts
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team-oriented research environment
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Benefits
Opportunities Available
Access to large, unique longitudinal retinal imaging datasets
Opportunity to work in a high-impact, internationally recognized research lab
Support for travel to national and international conferences
Opportunities to participate in workshops, including AI and ophthalmology-focused training programs
Strong mentorship with emphasis on academic career development and grant funding
Collaborative environment with exposure to industry partnerships and translational research
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The position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to transformative research in ophthalmology and artificial intelligence, with direct clinical impact on patient care.
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The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.