Primary Work Address: 19700 Helix Drive, Ashburn, VA, 20147
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Summary:
Advanced imaging techniques at HHMI Janelia Research Campus produce image data that require careful voxel-level annotation to extract useful information about the imaged biological structures. Data annotation is an essential component in training automated image processing techniques, such as deep learning, and requires meticulous attention to detail.
About the role:
We seek individuals with outstanding interest in science and attention to detail to become full- or part-time (minimum 20 hours per week) annotators in a shared resource team called Connectomics Annotation. As an annotator, you will annotate images and videos to establish automated data processing pipelines. You will be trained on required technologies upon starting the work and learn new methods and technologies as they are developed. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team within Scientific Operations in a highly collaborative and supportive research environment.
As part of your application, please submit a cover letter.
Please note we have multiple openings for this position.
Please note this is a term-limited position for one year.
What we provide:
Personalized training on required technology
A flexible hybrid schedule (must be willing to come onsite to Janelia in Ashburn, VA at least twice per week)
Competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits
What you’ll do:
Gain an in-depth knowledge (through on-the-job training) of using both commercial and custom annotation software tools
Correctly identify, analyze, and collect relevant data from images and videos as instructed by scientific staff
Provide feedback to further develop the annotation software and workflows
Review/correct existing automatically or manually generated annotations
Communicate efficiently with the manager, team members, researchers, and other support groups at Janelia
What you bring:
Some college-level training in cellular biology, neuroscience, physics, chemistry, biomedical engineering, imaging, or computer science required
Demonstrated proficiency with computers
Ability to perform repetitive tasks while paying close attention to detail
Ability to understand and apply guidelines for data entry
Good organizational skills
Proactive, resourceful, and able to generate results according to defined deadlines
Ability to mentally visualize complex, three-dimensional structures
Proficiency with spreadsheets (Microsoft, Google)
Physical Requirements:
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Please Note:
This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Compensation Range:
Annotator, Connectomics Annotation – $20.00 (minimum) - $25.61 (maximum)
Pay Type: Hourly
HHMI’s salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data. HHMI considers a candidate's education, previous experiences, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity when making job offers. Typically, a new hire for this position in this location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range.
Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.
HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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