Clinical Research Fellow in Health Data Research

4 weeks ago

Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Occuity Full time

About Occuity

We are a pioneering technology company developing innovative solutions to alleviate healthcare challenges. Our mission is to create accessible, non-contact, mobile diagnostic health devices that make repetitive, invasive monitoring a thing of the past.

Our Team

We value being at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and have an incredible team of experts helping us achieve our vision. Our employees thrive in a culture of innovation and imagination, and we are seeking exceptional individuals to join our team.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Research Fellow to drive innovative research in the field of eye growth, vision, and myopia. This research will enhance our scientific understanding of myopia and have clinical and commercial applications for development and optimisation of diagnostic medical devices and treatment efforts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Co-ordinate and execute clinical testing and ocular imaging on human participants, particularly children
  • Prepare study protocols and documentation, such as ethics applications
  • Participate in the identification and recruitment of eligible study participants and maintain patient safety throughout the tests
  • Public and patient involvement and engagement: plan and deliver activities to encourage participant retention and myopia awareness
  • Quantify images resulting from the tests
  • Compile, store, analyse, and interpret research data
  • Ensure studies and tests are conducted in accordance with regulatory and ethical standards
  • Aid in ongoing improvements to project design using an Agile approach
  • Prepare manuscripts for publication of results in peer-reviewed journals
  • Disseminate results at international conferences
  • Perform ad hoc testing work across other projects

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in optometry or a similar degree incorporating an optometry component
  • Solid background in research
  • Understanding of retinal circuitry and visual processing
  • Demonstrable previous clinical experience, preferably in an Optician/Optometrist environment
  • Significant previous clinical experience working with patients, particularly children
  • Solid background in data collection and analysis, preferably relating to the eye
  • Experience in literature searches and manuscript preparation
  • Comfortable with planning and executing clinical tests and ocular imaging
  • Passion for research in general and the eye/vision in particular

Desirable Qualifications

  • Masters or PhD in an optometry-related discipline
  • Good publication record, including as first author
  • Previous experience presenting at conferences
  • Prior experience in research ethics applications
  • Skills in statistical analysis
  • Skills in coding
  • Experience with acquisition and analysis of retinal imaging metrics
  • Understanding of colour vision and Prediction Error Minimisation Theory

Personal Attributes

  • Enthusiasm for making a real difference to people's vision and health
  • Good communication skills, both in lay and scientific terms
  • Keen analytical thinker and problem solver
  • Self-motivated, persistent, and collaborative
  • Keen eye for detail and commitment to research integrity
  • Tenacious and persistent, with a determination to see projects through to completion
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Excellent communicator, adept at information sharing and contributing to a positive team atmosphere
  • Adaptable to the varying needs and behaviour of challenging patients

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