资深科学家 - 影像学
Staff Scientist - Radiology
## **位置**远程，美国## **计划时间** 40 ## **职位总结** 圣路易斯华盛顿大学的安纳斯特西奥实验室寻求一名工作人员科学家来推进基于波的图像重建，包括光声和超音频计算机图。科学家将开发并研究计算重建方法，并应用信息理论和信号检测理论的概念来评估图像质量和引导成像系统的改进。基于马林克罗德放射学研究所，并与计算机和人工智能支持的影像科学中心 (C2AIS) 有关，该实验室集成了图像物理，计算数学和人工智能的研究，以解决生物医学影像方面的基本和转化挑战。该职位提供了与镜像科学家，工程师和临床医生合作开发具有潜在临床影响的原则性影像方法的机会。设计研究协议。协助制定和开展研究项目，包括实验设计，数据分析和实验结果记录。## **工作描述** **主要职责和责任：** - 开发，实施和评估基于波的扫描图像重建方法，包括光声和超音速计算机扫描。- 应用信息理论和信号检测理论来评估图像质量并指导对成像系统和重建算法的改进。- 设计和进行计算研究，分析模拟和实验数据，与多学科研究团队合作。- 编制手稿和技术报告，为赠款提案做贡献，并辅助学生和培训人员。- 经过指令和与主要研究人员的讨论，设计研究协议，包括制定数据收集，验证和管理程序。- 协助筹备补贴和报告。- 对收集的数据进行复杂统计分析并撰写解释性报告。- 检查提交的数据正确性并根据这些分析提出建议。- 文件研究主题，为出版物和委员会提供基于研究工作的论文以发表或向同行介绍。- 解决设备或试验对象困难相关的实际问题。建议技术或程序改进
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## **Location**
Remote, US
## **Scheduled Hours**
40
## **Position Summary**
The Anastasio Laboratory at Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Staff Scientist to advance wave-based tomographic image reconstruction, including photoacoustic and ultrasound computed tomography. The scientist will develop and investigate computational reconstruction methods and apply concepts from information theory and signal detection theory to assess image quality and guide improvements in imaging systems. Based in the Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology and affiliated with the Center for Computational and AI-enabled Imaging Sciences (C2AIS), the laboratory integrates imaging physics, computational mathematics, and artificial intelligence to address fundamental and translational challenges in biomedical imaging. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with imaging scientists, engineers, and clinicians to develop principled imaging methods with potential clinical impact.
Designs research protocols. Assists in developing and conducting research projects, including experiment design, data analysis and documentation of experiment results.
## **Job Description**
**Primary Duties & Responsibilities:**
- Develops, implements, and evaluates image reconstruction methods for wave-based tomography, including photoacoustic and ultrasound computed tomography.
- Applies information theory and signal detection theory to assess image quality and guide improvements in imaging systems and reconstruction algorithms.
- Designs and conducts computational studies, analyzes simulated and experimental data, and collaborates with multidisciplinary research teams.
- Prepares manuscripts and technical reports, contributes to grant proposals, and mentors students and trainees.
- Following instructions and discussions with the principal investigator, designs research protocols, including developing procedures for the collection, verification and management of data.
- Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
- Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports. Verifies the correctness of the data submitted and makes recommendations based on these analyses.
- Documents research topics and prepares and submits papers based on research work to publications and committees for publication or presentation to peers.
- Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects. Suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.
- Conducts literature searches related to research project.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
**Working Conditions:**
- Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
- Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
## **Required Qualifications**
**Education:**
Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
**Certifications** **/Professional Licenses** **:**
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
**Work Experience:**
Laboratory Operations (3 Years)
**Skills:**
Not Applicable
**Driver's License:**
A driver's license is not required for this position.
## **More About This Job**
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with relevant post-doctoral research experience.
- Scientific computer programming, advanced knowledge of applied mathematics, physics, and information theory.
## **Preferred Qualifications**
**Education:**
Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy, PhD or terminal degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education. - Electrical Engineering
**Certifications** **/Professional Licenses** **:**
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
**Work Experience:**
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
**Skills:**
Analytical Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics, Communication, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations, Information Theory, Physics
## **Grade**
R10
## **Salary Range**
$48,000.00 - $86,900.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
## **Questions**
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our [External Applicant FAQ](https://hr.wustl.edu/careers/external-applicant-faq/).
## **Accommodation**
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email[CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu](mailto:CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu)or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
## **Pre-Employment Screening**
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
## **Benefits Statement**
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: [https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/](https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/)
## **EEO Statement**
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.