BACKGROUND

The Computational Breast Imaging Group (CBIG) of the Radiology Department at the University of Pennsylvania has open postdoctoral positions. CBIG is a group within the Center for Biomedical Image Computing and Analytics (CBICA) with a mission to act as a translational catalyst between computational imaging science and breast cancer research.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work in our group focuses on developing innovative methodology for multimodality image analysis and also on incorporating such methods into clinically relevant applications. Specifically, radiomics related research focuses developign statistical methodology for cancer phenotyping via imaging using bioinformatics approaches, and relating such phenotypes to genomic/molecular sub-typing, treatment response, and long-term outcomes.

REQUIREMENTS

We are seeking highly motivated individuals with excellent academic track-record, including first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals. Successful candidates should have, or be in the process of completing, a PhD (or equivalent) in Biomedical, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer and Information Science, or related field. Ideal applicants should have a background on biomedical image analysis, computer vision, pattern recognition and/or machine learning. Proficiency in quantitative analytical methods and computer programming (e.g., Python, C/C++, ITK) is essential. Experience with medical image analysis (e.g., MRI, CT, X-ray, Ultrasound) and statistical methods and software packages (e.g., R/SPSS) is preferable. Applicants should demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Successful applicants will join a vibrant collaborative research environment, will work closely with clinical investigators, and will gain a first-hand experience of our breast imaging program. Collaborators include faculty in our Radiology department, the Abramson Cancer Center, the Institute for the Translational Medicine and Therapeutics, and the Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics.

PREFERENCES

Additional experience on bioinformatics methods for unsupervised clustering of high-dimensional datasets (both imaging and/or non-imaging data) is a plus.

TERMS

Per University policy, all postdoctoral appointments are annual with possibility of renewal based on funding availability and research progress performance. Applications should include a letter of motivation, a curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of three references.

LOCALE

Philadelphia, PA

COMPENSATION

NIH Scale +

ABOUT US

For more information, please visit:

Computational Breast Imaging Group (CBIG)
http://www.uphs.upenn.edu/radiology/research/labs/cbig/

Center for Biomedical Image Computing and Analytics (CBICA)
http://www.cbica.upenn.edu

Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics (CCEB)
http://www.cceb.upenn.edu

Penn Biomedical Postdoctoral Programs:
http://www.med.upenn.edu/postdoc/

HOW TO APPLY

For more details and to apply contact:

Despina Kontos, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Computational Breast Imaging Group (CBIG)
Center for Biomedical Image Computing and Analytics (CBICA)
University of Pennsylvania, Department of Radiology
Joint Affiliations: Bioengineering, Biostatistics and Epidemiology Graduate Groups
Rm D702 Richards Bldg., 3700 Hamilton Walk, Philadelphia PA 19104
ph: 215-746-4064 // em: Despina.Kontos[at]uphs.upenn.edu

DEADLINE

Position Open until Filled.

POLICY

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.