Research Fellow (Lains) Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts
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Job Description
Research Fellow (Lains) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Associates – MEA United States, Massachusetts, Boston 243-245 Charles Street (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025
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.
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 literature
Undertake relevant coursework if required by mentors
Attend relevant meetings
Meet regularly with mentors to review project progress and milestones
Plan and deliver a seminar on the project
Design and execute development of machine learning software and model training
Complete Machine Learning analyses, data analysis and data presentation
Take administrative (inventory, purchasing, etc. ) responsibilities in the lab when necessary
Write a final report and submit manuscripts to a peer-reviewed journal describing the projects and results
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Doctoral degree (MD or PhD) with more than 1 year experience in research, with background in 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.
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 literature
Undertake relevant coursework if required by mentors
Attend relevant meetings
Meet regularly with mentors to review project progress and milestones
Plan and deliver a seminar on the project
Design and execute development of machine learning software and model training
Complete Machine Learning analyses, data analysis and data presentation
Take administrative (inventory, purchasing, etc. ) responsibilities in the lab when necessary
Write a final report and submit manuscripts to a peer-reviewed journal describing the projects and results
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Doctoral degree (MD or PhD) with more than 1 year experience in research, with background in 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). HIPAA Privacy Training and Sanctions All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule are required by the Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities and of the group health plan’s policies and procedures that impact on their job duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the plan’s health information policies and procedures under the direction of the institution’s privacy officer is a pre-requisite for this position. Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination. This description is intended to indicate essential tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of supervisors to assign, direct, or control the work of staff members under their supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned but that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. Massachusetts Eye and Ear Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
