[visionlist] Two Postdoctoral Research Associates

[Dev Chakraborty]

The University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine, is a world renowned
institution for biomedical research and patient care. Its Radiology
Department is consistently ranked among the best in the nation. We are
looking for two Postdoctoral Research Associates to participate in,
but not limited to research in (i) image perception (including
eye-position measurements), (ii) analysis of radiologist performance
data, and (iii) a new research program focused on a novel approach to
designing computer-aided detection and diagnosis algorithms. The
candidate should have a recent PhD in physics, computer science,
electrical engineering, biomedical engineering or related discipline.
The position requires strong analytical and programming abilities. The
applicant should have experience in image processing/computer vision
(e.g., segmentation, object detection, feature extraction) and be
proficient in modern high-level languages (e.g., R, IDL, Matlab, Java
and/or C#). Ability to program and maintain a high-performance
200-node cluster and Mac programming will be helpful. Excellent verbal
and written communication skills as well as ability of conducting
independent scientific research and preparing high quality
publications are also desired. Each candidate is also encouraged to
explore his/her own research interest and/or new research projects
that fit the scope of biomedical imaging research. The University of
Pittsburgh is committed to mentoring and supporting young
investigators. The University of Pittsburgh Postdoctoral Association
(http://www.uppda.pitt.edu/) seeks to facilitate a more constructive
and positive experience for postdoctoral professionals that will
benefit the postdoctoral professional and the University of Pittsburgh
alike. It offers multiple professional development seminars on topics
including preparation of grant applications, academic promotion,
presentation skills, writing, alternative career paths and other
topics that will prepare the Postdoctoral Research Associate for a
future career in academia or industry. Candidates should send a cover
letter describing their interests, recent work, and why they believe
that they are a good match for this position and the earliest date
that they could start the appointment. The applications should also
include a CV and names and contact information of three references.
The applications and/or any questions should be sent to: Dev P.
Chakraborty, Professor of Radiology, Department of Radiology,
University of Pittsburgh, Presbyterian South Tower, Room 4771, 200
Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA, or by e-mail to
dpc10 at pitt.edu. The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity
affirmative action employer (M/F).