RESEARCH ASSISTANT (Limited Term/Temporary) - University of Washington

Req #: 235854 Department: OPHTHALMOLOGY Appointing Department Web Address: https://ophthalmology.washington.edu/ Posting Date: 06/25/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $20.00 per hour Shift: First Shift Notes: 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. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701\_a11y.pdf ) 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. **The** **_Department of Ophthalmology_** **at the University of Washington has an outstanding opportunity open for a** **_Temporary_** **Research Assistant.** **Job Description Summary (Field of Research):** Research and laboratory assistant in ocular oncology within the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Washington **Purpose of the Research Project:** Develop a Tumor Registry at the University of Washington Write important reports regarding the rare ocular tumors treated at the University of Washington Assist in the development of an image repository for machine learning **Job Description:** The individual will review medical records to develop a Tumor Registry of patients with ocular tumors seen at the University of Washington. Following completion of the Tumor Registry the assistant will take part in creating retrospective case-series reports of ocular tumor patients at UW. The individual will also provide assistance in creating an image database for subsequent machine learning research. **Minimum Qualifications:** Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Biostatistics or related field. A medical degree is preferred. Individuals with experience in ophthalmology are encouraged to apply. One to three years of work experience. **Application Process:** The application process for UW positions 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._** University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.