Data Scientist/Software Engineer (AI and Computer Vision)
Job summary
The NIHR Clinical Research Facility (CRF) at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London has recently been awarded funding from the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) to optimise the delivery of world class research in ophthalmology and science associated with vision and sight.
The Facility forms part of the Moorfields NIHR Biomedical Research Centre for Ophthalmology, a joint initiative between Moorfields Eye Hospital and University College London Institute of Ophthalmology and is one of three London based Academic Health Science centres which together form the University College London Partners.
The CRF is dedicated to the delivery of high quality clinical research, including experimental medicine and translational research studies, pioneering new therapies for the treatment of a range of ophthalmic disorders. It offers a clinical environment in which patients and researchers are supported by a team of specialist research support staff including ophthalmic research nurses, administrators and technicians.
Part Time or Full time will be considered.
Main duties of the job
A key responsibility of the role is to develop a clear understanding of the data resources available from Moorfields' clinical systems. Building on this knowledge, the post holder will work both independently and in close collaboration with the AI and Data Science team to design and implement machine learning tools capable of extracting clinically relevant features from ophthalmic imaging.
The role also involves contributing to the creation of web applications that will enable the deployment of clinical and imaging data analytics tools, supporting the wider ambition of a 'learning healthcare system'. Alongside this, the post holder will play an active role in the development, validation, and implementation of AI algorithms for ophthalmic image segmentation and analysis, ensuring these tools are robust and clinically meaningful.
Additional responsibilities include supporting the development of database management platforms for the Reading Centre, which will underpin effective data handling and accessibility. Finally, the post holder will contribute to advancing AI-driven diagnostic and prognostic models for eye diseases, helping to improve patient care and outcomes through innovative use of data science.
About us
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
Salary including High-Cost Area SupplementOpportunity to join the NHS Pension SchemeFree 24/7 independent counselling serviceLearning and development opportunitiesEasy and quick transport linksA range of attractive benefits and discountsAccess to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount SchemesFree Pilates classesFull support and training to develop your skillsFlexible working friendly organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To independently provide all ophthalmic imaging interpretation, analysis, and modelling for both commercial and research-grade high resolution ophthalmic instruments, including highly specialised areas such as developing algorithms, analytics, adaptive optics scanning light ophthalmoscopes, optical coherence tomography devices, and digital based photography of both anterior and posterior segments to a high standard.
Responsible for complex analysis and designing algorithms for specialized ophthalmic imaging techniques including but not limited to neuro or adaptive optics imaging.
Responsible for programming, designs and development of an appropriate research methodology in order to address the research objective; compile and analyse quantitative and qualitative data, prepares reports and presents results to summarise main findings andconclusions.
Responsible for interpretation of large amount of data in conjunction with the research team, putting acquired information into context with other clinical tests.
Responsible for the transfer of clinical and technical information to PHD students regarding retinal and neuro-imaging, adaptive optics and angiography.
Develop and maintain an understanding of a range of specialised imaging procedures requiring expertise underpinned by theoretical knowledge.
Undertake manual activities involving patients and equipment.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
- MSc or PhD in Data Science/Computer Science
- Educated to degree level in Data Science/Computer Science
- Expertise in insight-generation from large datasets
Knowledge & Experience
- Experience in Database management and knowledge of data management principles
- Experience in programming with python
- Experience of using SQL Databases
- Experience with image processing and computer vision (opencv)
- Experience with machine learning (tensorflow/pytorch/keras)
- Experience with web technologies (javascript).
- Experience in analysing clinical data and knowledge of healthcare interoperability standards (including HL7 FHIR)
- Experience in analysing ophthalmic imaging data
- Experience in working with Business Insight tools or similar environments.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Moorfields Eye Hospital
City Road
London
EC1V 2PD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us