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RESEARCH SCIENTIST / ENGINEER 3
 

RESEARCH SCIENTIST / ENGINEER 3
Req #: 224686
Department: OPHTHALMOLOGY
Job Location: Seattle - Other
Posting Date: 03/14/2024 
Closing Info: Open Until Filled 
Salary: $5,218 - $7,000 per month 
Other Compensation:  
Shift: First Shift 
Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.

Please note that this position has been re-posted.  If you have already submitted your application, you need not submit it again, as it has already been received.  

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

POSITION PURPOSE

The University of Washington’s Department of Ophthalmology has an outstanding opportunity open for a Temporary Research Scientist 3 in the Lee Computational Ophthalmology Lab.

The Lee Computational Ophthalmology Lab is leading collaborative efforts on large multidisciplinary research projects, using Big Data and machine learning. The Research Scientist/Engineer 3 will play a critical role in these important studies.

The Research Scientist/Engineer 3 will serve as a data scientist addressing substantively important questions in Ophthalmology and overall healthcare research under the Lee lab. The position will apply various data mining techniques to large datasets, conduct data analyses, and assist or take the lead on manuscript writing and preparation of grant proposals. There will be tremendous opportunity to grow as part of a very productive team. The Research Scientist/Engineer 3 is expected to bring their expertise in computer programming languages and statistical modeling and lead various projects independently with limited supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Scientific Development and Conduct of Research (100%)
The research scientist is expected to demonstrate initiatives and abilities to troubleshoot independently under limited supervision.

  • Data mining using state-of-the-art methods
  • Enhancing data collection and extraction procedures to include information that is relevant for building analytic systems
  • Extending the electronic medical record or imaging data with third party sources of information when needed
  • Processing, cleansing, and verifying the integrity of data used for analysis
  • Data munging tasks to reshape data for statistical analyses, data visualization, and machine learning
  • Doing ad-hoc analysis and presenting results in a clear manner
  • Performing statistical analyses with traditional and machine learning methods
  • Collaborate with other team members to accomplish organizational goals and to learn new approaches and tasks while working under limited supervision
  • Review literature and recent advances in data science, computer vision, and related research in ophthalmology
  • Data backup and basic computer hardware maintenance
  • Writing research manuscripts, reports, reviews and summaries
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Biostatistics or related field AND a minimum of two to three years of work experience in a related field
  • Excellent scripting and programming skills including: SQL, Python
  • Linux experience working in headless server environments.
  • Understanding of scaling processes.
  • Perform related duties as required.
  • Flexibility to learn new technologies, APIs, and SDKs by reading documentation.
  • Ability to multi-task, plan, and lead various projects.
  • Familiarity with Amazon AWS (EC2, SQS, RDS) and IAM security policies
  • Must have strong determination and a logical and independent mind to complete each project.
  • Must have very strong organizational abilities and experience in a team focused work environment with excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
  • 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 

    DESIRED
  • Experience with Big Data analyses, Experience with Linux system administration and knowledge of HIPAA compliance and FedRAMP 3PAO and NIST standards for security. (Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.)

    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.

    • Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

    The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

    To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

    Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.