Research Associate
University of Colorado•Aurora, CO
•Onsite
About The Position
The University of Colorado, Department of Ophthalmology has an open position for a full time research associate. This position will consist of working in Artificial Intelligence team. The Department of Ophthalmology participates in multiple sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials for diseases and disorders of the eye. Our involvement in a wide variety of studies including surveys, observational, interventional, device and drug trials contribute valuable knowledge for the ophthalmic community at large.
Requirements
- Clinical training in ophthalmology or optometry with degree commensurate for clinical practice (MD/DO/OD or equivalent degree)
- Experience or proficiency in medical and surgical management in ophthalmology, specifically the usage and grading of imaging in this capacity
- Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology
- Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
Nice To Haves
- Two (2) years of clinical research or related experience
- Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)
- Background understanding of medical AI, particularly in ophthalmology, including prior research in this area and/or grading ophthalmic imaging
Responsibilities
- Review, annotate and analyze data obtained from research in an accurate and timely manner
- Adhere to research regulatory standards
- Grade ocular imaging for image biomarkers
- Annotate/label ocular imaging to develop artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms for image biomarkers
- Confirm and adjust AI-detection of image biomarkers
- Review patient charts and images to assist in annotation for training and evaluating AI models.
- Perform baseline and longitudinal ocular imaging grades for qualitative and quantitative ocular disease image biomarkers
- Assist in analysis and writing of research manuscripts related to AI in ophthalmology.
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 10/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
