Post- Doctoral Research Associate

Overview

Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator, and within established policies and procedures, performs multi-modality computer-aided analysis research in medical imaging studies, developing and deploying advanced automatic analysis pipeline. This includes participation in ongoing funded projects and mentored research. This position is contingent upon grant-funding. Brown University Health employees are expected to model the organization s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:
Instill Trust and Value Differences;
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate.

• Serving as the research associate for current medical imaging research projects, including but not limited to a study automatic analysis of imaging-based diagnosis.
• Assisting Principal Investigators in the department with grant-writing. If desired, applicants may have an opportunity to pursue their own grants as Principal Investigator
• Assisting with manuscript writing and preparation as a co-author.
• Pursuing independent research if desired and opportunities arise
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Basic Knowledge: A PhD degree upon start date is required. The doctorate degree should be in computer science, pattern recognition, biomedical engineering, or a related field.
• Experience writing manuscripts with a strong publication record on machine learning, computer vision, and/or medical imaging (full-length top journals and/or conferences papers).

• Experience: Minimum 3 years  research experience in a related discipline. Experience managing research projects. Experience with grant writing is preferred. Experience with coding in Python and MATLAB is required.

• Opportunities for remote work can be considered.
• Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to use computer keyboard and other common lab and office equipment.
• Independent Action:
  Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.
• Supervisory Responsibility:
  Ability to train and work with volunteers and students on projects.

Pay Range: $58,489.60-$96,491.20

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type: M-F 8:30am-5:00pm

Work Shift: Day

Daily

Hours:

8 hours

Driving

Required:

No