Research Analyst

PATHOLOGY AND LABORATORY MED (IN-PATH-IUINA)

The Research Analyst position is to be part of a computational team and performs quantitative and qualitative data analysis, while following established research techniques (including but not limited to machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), and image analysis). The successful candidate will also have a breadth of opportunities to get involved in research data collection, management, analysis, as well as literature research and technical writing in support of research project(s), depending on appropriate skills and career direction.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Manages the organization, quality control, and curation of research data. 
• Manages preparation, application, extension, and benchmarking of analysis/processing pipelines for digitized tissue sections.
• Performs analysis of data obtained from application of image processing algorithms for clinical research studies. 
• Performs collection, quality control, and presentation of results to an audience of diverse computational and clinical background.
• Consults with clinical and research faculty, research staff, and postdocs to facilitate research project evaluations and design.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

General Responsibilities

• Performs moderately complex experiments while following research techniques and procedures.
• Develops procedures and protocols in collaboration with leadership.
• Prepares research reports or analyses for projects.
• Maintains safety records and ensures safety/compliance procedures and protocols are followed.
• May provide guidance and support to junior-level staff in laboratory operations.

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.  

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree in related field. 

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• Experience in Unix platform. 
• Experience with image analysis and deep learning. 

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.

Preferred

• Strong computer skills. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of Python, Pytorch, and/or Matlab, statistical analysis packages, and basic shell scripting (BASH). 
• Proficient understanding of open source code.
• Excellent technical report writing skills.
• Ability to disseminate knowledge of research findings through presentations. 

The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure .

Career Level: Core

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Research Analysis

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