Scientist - Tiwari Research Lab

Job Summary

The Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin - Madison, School of Medicine & Public Health is seeking a Scientist who will play a key role in developing and translating next generation radiomics (machine learning in radiology imaging) methods for projects ongoing in Dr. Pallavi Tiwari’s lab. The research conducted by Tiwari lab utilizes medical imaging and clinical data to build and optimize AI and machine learning models that identify computerized image-based phenotypes, and their associations with genomics and histopathology for disease characterization, with the aim of developing personalized diagnostic tools towards improved early diagnosis, prognosis, and response to treatment for neurological conditions and other diseases.

More information about our research and publications can be found at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
• Multiple titles:
  Scientist I, Scientist II, or Scientist III. Applicants will be considered for the titles listed in this posting; the title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
• Candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities will be given first consideration: ability to work effectively in a collaborative manner with faculty and staff, strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, high levels of critical thinking, excellent technical skills, and a strong track‑record of accomplishment and productivity in research as evidenced by high-quality publications related to medical imaging, oncology, and/or machine learning and artificial intelligence.

• Assist with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures.
• Write or assist in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding.
• Attend and assist with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information.
• Collect and analyze research data, conduct experiments and interviews, and document results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility.
• Conduct literature reviews, prepare reports and materials, and disseminate information to appropriate entities.
• Serve as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area.

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiology, Tiwari Research Lab

The starting salary for the position is $70,000 annually; it is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Employees in this position can expect to receive generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurance and savings accounts; retirement benefits.

• At least 3 years of post‑doctoral research experience in medical imaging, oncology, and/or machine learning and artificial intelligence in an academic or similar research environment.
• Productivity evidenced by at least 2 first-author papers or preprints in the last 5 years.
• Prior experience handling large imaging data sets and bioinformatic analysis.
• Programming experience in Matlab, Python, and/or R.

• Previous grant writing experience; manuscript writing; program management and/or development experience.
• Experience contributing to clinical research projects, including IRB protocols and clinical trials.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and data visualization tools (R, SAS, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly).

Terminal degree required;
PhD in Engineering, Medical Physics, or a related technical field by application date.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring continuous eligibility to work in the United…