Research Associate

University of Colorado • Aurora, CO

8d • $80,000 - $100,000 • 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

• Qualified candidates will have 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
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 of your gross pay
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees