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POSITION SUMMARY:
Proposes, designs and undertakes mentored, innovative projects or challenges to develop new machine learning software for retinal imaging. Designs and performs analyses of produced data and presents the outcomes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Read, analyze and summarize published literatureUndertake relevant coursework if required by mentorsAttend relevant meetingsMeet regularly with mentors to review project progress and milestonesPlan and deliver a seminar on the projectDesign and execute development of machine learning software and model trainingComplete Machine Learning analyses, data analysis and data presentationTake administrative (inventory, purchasing, etc. ) responsibilities in the lab when necessaryWrite a final report and submit manuscripts to a peer-reviewed journal describing the projects and resultsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Doctoral degree (MD or PhD) with more than 1 year experience in research, with background in mathematics, computational science, computer science, statistics, machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, image processing, biomedical engineering, bioinformatics, visual science and ophthalmology.
Strong programming skills (e.g., C++, Python, R, MATLAB) and in-depth understanding of statistics and machine learning. Linux cluster experience is a plus.
Proven publication track record.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Lab setting.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possible lifting of 10 to 20 lbs., depending on nature of chosen project(s).
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Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
243-245 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
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