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The University of Washington's Department of Ophthalmology has an outstanding opportunity open for a Temporary Research Scientist 1.

The Lee Computational Ophthalmology Lab is leading collaborative efforts on large multidisciplinary research projects, using Big Data and machine learning, involving the relationship between the eye and brain. The Research Scientist/Engineer 1 will play a critical role in these important studies.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under close supervision, the Research Scientist will: 1) utilize various sources of large datasets such as retinal imaging data, US Census, Medicare Claims data, UK Biobank data for Big Data research in Ophthalmology; and 2) analyze various sources of Big Data datasets using traditional statistics and machine learning approaches.

The RS will work on data abstraction, coding for data manipulations and data cleaning, and running statistical analyses under supervision. A significant amount of time will be spent on cleaning and manipulating the data and developing/applying basic machine learning algorithms for data analysis.

The RS will participate in presentations and writing manuscripts and is expected to continue in the development of technical knowledge related to data science and machine learning, review the recent literature, and implement new techniques under supervision.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Analysis - 70%

Processing, cleansing, and verifying the integrity of data used for analysis

Advance data manipulation for machine learning analyses

Apply basic machine learning techniques for data analyses

Perform statistical analyses and develop traditional biostatistical models

Review literature and recent advances in machine learning, data science, computer vision, and related research in ophthalmology

Assisting in the study design and implementation of study protocols

Modify data for training deep learning algorithms

Collaborate with other team members to accomplish organizational goals and to learn new approaches and tasks

Writing research manuscripts, reports, reviews and summaries

Data Collection - 30%

Creating, submitting and maintaining the IRB documentations

Recruiting and consenting patients for studies

Performing basic study procedures under supervision

Extract various sources of Big Data such as the electronic medical record or imaging data

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree in Biostatistics, Computer Science, or related field

1 year of work experience in a related field.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Previous experience in clinical research in any healthcare setting strongly preferred.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Flexibility to learn new technologies, APIs, and SDKs by reading documentation.

Great oral and written communication skills

Must have strong determination and a logical and independent mind to complete each project

Must have very strong organizational abilities and experience in team focused work environment with excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask and participate in different projects

Ability to solve well defined problems using accepted methods and techniques

Must comply with NIH, Federal, state and University regulations on the safe and ethical use of animals and humans in research

Perform related duties as required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's or PhD in Biostatistics, Computer Science, or related field AND 1 year of work experience in a related field. (Equivalent education/experience can substitute for minimum qualifications except where prohibited by legal requirements such as license/certificate/registration.)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Must pass WA state background check

Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.