Remote Retina Imaging Research Specialist

University of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wisconsin Reading Center (WRC) is a core retinal image reading lab within the University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS). The WRC focuses on retina image evaluation for pharmaceutical and research clinical trials, preparing images for evaluation, classifying observed changes, and entering data into FDA-compliant electronic case report forms.

Imaging modalities may include microperimetry, stereoscopic color fundus photography, fluorescein

Qualifications

• Familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently as well as on a team.
• Normal color vision and stereoscopic acuity.

Responsibilities

• Performs literature reviews and writes reports.
• Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences.
• Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers.
• Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders.
• Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials.
• Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results.

Skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Color vision

Stereoscopic acuity

Teamwork

Independent work

Ophthalmic software

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Ophthalmic image software

Job description

The Wisconsin Reading Center (WRC) is a core retinal image reading lab within the University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS). The WRC focuses on retina image evaluation for pharmaceutical and research clinical trials, preparing images for evaluation, classifying observed changes, and entering data into FDA-compliant electronic case report forms.

Imaging modalities may include microperimetry, stereoscopic color fundus photography, fluorescein