Remote Image Analysis Developer en Merit CRO, Inc

Description

MERIT CRO, Inc. is a global clinical trial endpoint expert specializing in multiple therapeutic areas. We’re committed to making a difference and are seeking talented people to join our team. Collaboration and customer focus are at the core of everything we do. We value diversity and are interested in people with drive, dedication, and creative problem-solving skills. We offer flexible schedules and remote opportunities.

We are seeking an Image Analysis Developer to support the R&D team with image analysis by improving software pipelines and workflows. This position will assist with medical image algorithm development and analysis, help train and evaluate machine learning models, and contribute to code optimization and reproducibility across projects. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other duties may be assigned.)

Administrative Duties:

• Adhere to Good Programming Practices and MERIT’s Software Development Life Cycle
• Monitor own work to ensure quality and completeness
• Ability to work independently
• Practices and responds with commitment and sensitivity toward satisfying the needs of internal and external customers. Promotes quality and continuous improvement philosophy
• Evaluates situations objectively and demonstrates the ability to make timely decisions intended to have a positive effect on work performance.
• Work with the R&D and Software Development teams to implement image processing solutions for MERIT customized applications
• Complete work assignments and tasks on time, with quality and has the ability to anticipate problem areas in advance

Software-related Duties:

• Understand the MERIT proprietary products and conduct of clinical trials in sufficient detail to be able to      adequately discuss development with operations and validation team members
• Use relevant software development tools (e.g., Microsoft visual studio, DevOps, Git, MatLab, or other      specialized tools) for algorithm development and programming 
• ·Maintains complete documentation of the development process as required by standard conventions. Maintaining records of all changes made to the software, all bugs and bug patches, etc.
• Apply machine learning techniques, as applicable, to improve accuracy and efficiency of image analysis
• Run, monitor, and improve existing image processing workflows and model training pipelines.
• Optimize code for speed, clarity, and reproducibility.
• Perform quantitative analysis of datasets to evaluate algorithm performance and identify opportunities for improvement
• Demonstrates flexibility in approach and ideas, responds positively and supports changes in procedures, process, technology, responsibility and assignments.
• Maintains cooperative and productive working relationships and communications with all employees, participating effectively as a team member

Other:

• Comply fully with company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Other responsibilities may be assigned as required

The following are the essential functions of the position but are not all-inclusive

Practices and responds with commitment and sensitivity toward satisfying the needs of internal and external customers. Promotes quality and continuous improvement philosophy.

Demonstrates a commitment to maintain safe, clean and orderly work area. Promotes and follows safety regulations and actively contributes to work safety.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Proficient in Python and/or MATLAB.
• Exposure to scientific computing and machine learning libraries such as

o NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, scikit-learn

o Deep Learning Frameworks: PyTorch or Tensorflow (experience with both preferred)

o Image Processing Libraries: OpenCV, SimpleITK, or ITK

• Familiarity with Jupyter Notebooks (ipynb), Matplotlib, and related tools for rapid prototyping, data visualization, and exploratory analysis in image processing and/or machine learning workflows.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with an eagerness to learn and ask good questions.
• Ability to document work clearly and communicate findings in a concise manner.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, ability to follow direction, assess company needs and work independently. Computer skills to include proficiency in Microsoft Office software, MatLab, Python or other commonly used languages in image analysis, and ability to learn company specific software. Project a professional attitude and image appropriate for the work environment.

Ability to lead and contribute in a team environment. Oral and written communication is clear, concise, and effective. 

Licenses or Certifications Required: 

None.

Physical Requirements: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands; to touch, finger and grasp, handle or feel, with repetitive motions, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, kneel and climb. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job