Research Scientist

Position Summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Med - Pulmonary/Allergy/Critical Care, is seeking an innovative and highly motivated Research Scientist to join our center. The ideal candidate will focus on the development and maintenance of advanced pulmonary MRI and CT image processing algorithms and AI solutions aimed at improving lung disease diagnosis and treatment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge research in pulmonary imaging, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, engineers, and data scientists.

A Research Scientist conducts advanced studies in a specific field, applying specialized knowledge to drive research projects. This role involves data analysis, interpretation of results, and contribution to scientific literature. The position requires collaboration with peers and adherence to established protocols, with moderate autonomy and responsibility for project deliverables. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.

• Design, implement, and optimize pulmonary CT and MRI image processing algorithms
• Develop AI and machine learning models tailored for lung imaging applications, including segmentation, classification, and disease progression prediction.
• Ensure the robustness and scalability of existing AI algorithms.
• Regularly update and maintain codebases, incorporating new research findings and technological advancements.
• Conduct validation of image processing techniques.
• Collaborate on cross-disciplinary research projects, contributing to peer‑reviewed publications and presentations at scientific conferences.
• Work with large‑scale CT and MRI imaging datasets, ensuring data quality.
• Apply advanced statistical methods and visualization tools to interpret complex imaging data.
• Manage incoming data for core datasets including those for internal and external multicenter studies.
• Curation of datasets with quality control.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

70,425- 91,550

Doctorate degree in a related field and one (1) year of related experience OR Master s degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience OR Bachelor s degree in a related field and five (5) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

• Experience in MRI is preferred.

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