[visionlist] Postdoctoral Fellow in Atherosclerosis Imaging at Baylor College of Medicine

[Brunner, Gerd]

Could you please post to following career opportunity for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Atherosclerosis Imaging at Baylor College of Medicine:
Thank you,
Gerd

The Division of Atherosclerosis and Vascular Medicine (DAVM), Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is searching for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow. Earliest start date: July 15th, 2012.
The identification of atherosclerotic plaques, especially rupture-prone plaques is of key importance in cardiovascular risk assessment. Imaging presents a promising avenue to assess atherosclerotic plaque burden and plaque composition. At DAVM we conduct clinical and pre-clinical research in the areas of atherosclerosis, lipoproteins, and cardiovascular disease. Several research projects are under investigation in the broader areas of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular imaging. The successful candidate will collaborate with clinicians and scientists in a stimulating work environment through the Atherosclerosis and Vascular Biology Research Training Program (AVBR). We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic, has a passion for science and enjoys working as a member of a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate is expected to take a leading role on the assigned project(s), under supervision and guidance of his/her mentor team.

Education:
 -PhD in computer science, physics, mathematics, engineering discipline, or related field
 -MD, MD/PhD candidates with adequate training/experience

Qualifications:
-Strong experience with image analysis, image processing, or computational methods, and/or statistics
-Strong experience with scientific programming using Matlab and other programming languages (e.g., C/C++,  Java, Python).
-Should have one or more first author publications in peer-reviewed journals

The training program is supported by an NIH funded training grant. Compensation is based on NIH stipend levels which depend on the number of years of postdoctoral training. The successful candidate must be a citizen, non-citizen national, or a permanent resident of the United States. Medical benefits are available. Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) is a premier academic health science center, known for excellence in education, research and patient care. BCM is ranked in the top 25 medical schools for research by U.S. News & World Report. BCM was ranked No. 19 on the list of Best Places to Work in Academia in 2011 by The Scientist magazine.

Houston is the fourth most populous city in the United States. Houston ranks #1 on Kiplinger's 2008 Best Cities and #5 on Kiplinger's 2011 Great Cities for Young Adults and offers a cost of living index 9% below national average.

Interested candidates should provide the following documents:
-Curriculum vitae
-Statement of career goals (1/2-1 page)
-Statement of research interests (1-2 pages)
-Contact information for 2-3 references

Please email the application packet as a single PDF document to: gbrunner at bcm.edu<mailto:gbrunner at bcm.edu>. For further inquiries please contact:

Gerd Brunner, MS/PhD
Assistant Professor
Division of Atherosclerosis and Vascular Medicine
Department of Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine
6565 Fannin Street, FB-Alkek Tower - Suite A679A
Houston, Texas 77030
Email: gbrunner at bcm.edu<mailto:gbrunner at bcm.edu>
Phone: 713-798-3438; Fax: 713-798-8039






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