Research Assistant (Part-Time/Hybrid) - Radiology

Washington University in St. Louis•St. Louis, MO

5d•$17 - $29•Hybrid

About The Position

Research Assistant will train machine learning models to recognize devices visible during images from fluoroscopic procedures (e.g., PTA balloons, stents, filters, embolization coils). This is part of ongoing work in Interventional Radiology to analyze performance during fluoroscopic procedures. Assists with research study, experiments, preparation of material, and documentation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Laboratory Operations (2 Years)

Nice To Haves

Communication
Computer Literacy
Data Analysis
Document Research
Laboratory Processes
Machine Learning (ML)
Python (Programming Language)
Scientific Research

Responsibilities

Conducts research experiments and assays.
Reviews and labels deidentified images from fluoroscopic procedures.
Trains and tests machine learning models that analyze images and procedural metadata (e.g., supplies used during procedures).
Evaluates research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes with staff involved.
Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
Analyzes data and prepares presentations/publications.
Coordinates tissue cultures, reagents, probe tests, etc.
Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
Coordinates research project with other institutions and investigators.
Participates in developing hypotheses to be tested and ways of testing it.
Assists with general supply/equipment orders, lab maintenance and cleaning.
Performs literature research on specified topics.
Performs other duties as assigned.