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Summer 2007: National Institutes of Health Postdoc

Post-doctoral fellowships are available in clinical image processing. Specific interest areas are image processing (virtual endoscopy, volumetric visualization, image segmentation, registration, fusion, and algorithm development) and computer-aided diagnosis (feature extraction, classification, and databases). Fellows have access to state-of-the-art whole body MRI, multi-row detector CT and advanced graphics workstations. Candidates must have or soon expect to receive doctorates in applied mathematics or computer science. Applicants with a proven track record as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications on image processing or computer visualization and having strong software development and C++ skills are encouraged to apply. Initial appointment is for two years and is renewable thereafter on a periodic basis. NIH is an equal opportunity employer.

Address applications to: Jianhua Yao, Ph.D. Clinical Image Processing Service Department of Radiology National Institutes of Health 10 Center Drive Bethesda, MD 20892-1182 E-mail: jyao@cc.nih.gov

August 2007 to sept. 2008: Caltech & Harvard Medical School

The Caltech Center of Excellence in Genomic Science (CEGS) is a newly funded initiative that’s driven to digitize life. Our goal is to understand embryonic development as the execution of a program in our genome. We seek to upload embryonic development into a virtual life form called the Digital Fish through the use of genetics, molecular imaging, and information technology. Our approach called “in toto imaging” is to use confocal/2-photon imaging to image all the cells in developing transgenic zebrafish embryos and special software we are developing called GoFigure to extract complete cell lineages and gene expression patterns.

We are looking for people with strong experience in C++ programming and VTK/ITK to join our GoFigure development team. There are a number of significant image analysis problems we are addressing including: segmenting cells in space, across time, and across cell division; quantitating protein expression patterns and subcellular localization; developing a standard, cell-based, 4-d atlas of embryonic development; and registering molecular data from thousands of different embryos onto this atlas.

There are opportunities at the graduate, post-doc, and staff levels. The successful applicant would join our team at Caltech in Pasadena/LA soon and then move with us to my new lab in the Department of Systems Biology at Harvard Medical School in Boston in summer 2008. To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and letters of reference to me by email (megason@caltech.edu).

For more information please see below: www.digitalfish.org <http://www.digitalfish.org/> or talk to Alexandre Gouaillard or myself at the upcoming NAMIC meeting in Boston ( june 2007 ). http://www.na-mic.org/Wiki/index.php/NA-MIC_NCBC_Collaboration:3D%2Bt_Cells_Lineage:GoFigure

Sean Megason

Fall 2007: Virginia Tech

Postdoctoral position, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg VA

The Bioimaging Systems Lab at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), Blacksburg VA, USA, has an opening for a postdoc beginning August 2007. The postdoc will be expected to develop mathematical models and software for the registration of structural MRI data sets. The candidate should have a strong background in applied math (specifically differential geometry) and computational approaches to solving PDEs. Solid programming skills in C++ and/or Java, and experience in working in a Unix environment is required; experience with neuroimaging methods is desired. The applicant should have excellent demonstrated skills in written and spoken English.

Applicants should have a recent Ph.D. in one of the following or related fields: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Math or Physics. The position is renewable on a yearly basis for up to 2 years based on performance. If interested, please email a full CV in PDF to clwyatt@vt.edu. Interested persons may apply for the position online at http://jobs.vt.edu.

Spring 2007: University of Texas - M. D. Anderson Cancer Center

The Image Processing & Visualization Laboratory (IPVL) has opened positions for a Programmer Analyst, Post Doctorate and Research Scientist to support its core mission in America’s largest cancer center.

Images handled by the IPVL span the full spectrum of human and animal (small to large) imaging instrumentation for applications that range from research to clinic, all in direct and close interaction with departments and investigators throughout the institution. Computer equipment includes high-end clinical workstations and software, as well as high-end platforms under Windows, Linux or OSX for developments with OpenSource toolkits, IDL or MatLab. Other available equipment include database and compute servers (Windows, Unix/Solaris/Linux), as well as a state-of-the-art 512 CPUs cluster and 32 CPUs SMP, both shared with the institution and entirely dedicated to research.

The successful candidates will need to demonstrate – in various capacities that depend on the targeted position - expertise and interest in the design, development, implementation or exploitation of advanced imaging applications, ideally in a biomedical setting and with multidimensional, multimodality and quantitative imaging for clinical and research applications. Topics of particular interests are 3D+ imaging (e.g., rendering, segmentation, navigation), non-rigid registration, parametric and quantitative imaging, kinetic modeling, etc. Expertise in modern and relevant languages and toolkits (e.g., C/C++, VTK, ITK, IGSTK) as well as in matching development tools and environments is considered an asset.

If you believe your experience matches any of these profiles, please send your CV and other relevant information (e.g., three references, statement of interest/qualification for the specific position) to:

Dr. Luc Bidaut, Ph.D.
Director of the IPVL
E-mail: lbidaut at mdanderson dot org

May 2006: National Institutes of Health Staff Scientist Position

Staff Scientist
Medical Image Processing
Warren G. Magnuson Clinical Center  Department of Radiology
National Institutes of Health
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

The Department of Radiology is seeking a Staff Scientist to support our research and clinical efforts in image processing (virtual endoscopy, volumetric visualization, segmentation, registration and algorithm development) and computer-aided diagnosis (feature extraction, classification, database development). In particular, advanced skills in image segmentation (level sets, active shape/appearance models, etc.) and machine learning are sought. The incumbent will work closely with a team of computer scientists and engineers. Applicants with a proven track record as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications on medical applications of image processing and having advanced mathematical and computer skills are encouraged to apply. Demonstrated expertise in C++ and ITK (NLM’s Insight Toolkit) are required. The candidate should have a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical or Biomedical Engineering, Mathematics, Biophysics or Physics. Salary commensurate with experience. Applicati! ons should include a CV, brief statement of research interests, and three letters of reference. Applications are due 6 weeks after posting of this announcement. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.

• Address applications to:

Ronald Summers, M.D., Ph.D.
Chief, Clinical Image Processing Service
     and Virtual Endoscopy and Computer-Aided Diagnosis Laboratory
Department of Radiology
National Institutes of Health
Building 10 Room 1C660
Bethesda, MD  20892-1182
E-mail: rms at nih dot gov
Web site: http://www.cc.nih.gov/drd/summers.html 

Spring 2006: National Institutes of Health Postdoc

 Post-doctoral Fellowship
 Medical Image Processing – Computer-Aided Detection
 Warren G. Magnuson Clinical Center 
 Department of Radiology
 National Institutes of Health
 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

A post-doctoral fellowship is available in three-dimensional radiology image processing. Specific interest areas are virtual endoscopy, volumetric visualization, image segmentation, registration and computer-aided detection (including feature extraction, classification, image databases and observer performance analysis [ROC]). In particular, advanced skills in image segmentation (level sets, active shape/appearance models, etc.) are sought. Fellows have access to state-of-the-art whole body MRI, multi-detector helical CT, advanced graphics workstations (Windows PC) and Beowulf massively parallel processing cluster. Candidates must have or soon expect to receive doctorates in physics, biophysics, mathematics, statistics, biomedical engineering or computer science. Applicants with a proven track record as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications on medical applications of computer visualization and image processing and having advanced mathematical and computer skills are encouraged to apply. Initial appointment is for one to two years and is renewable thereafter on a periodic basis. Applications should include a CV, brief statement of research interests and three letters of reference. Applications are due 6 weeks after posting of this announcement. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.

• Address applications to:

 Ronald Summers, M.D., Ph.D.
 Chief, Clinical Image Processing Service
      and Virtual Endoscopy and Computer-Aided Diagnosis Laboratory
 Department of Radiology
 National Institutes of Health
 Building 10 Room 1C660
 Bethesda, MD  20892-1182
 E-mail: rms at nih dot gov
 Web site: http://www.cc.nih.gov/drd/summers.html

Spring/Summer 2005: National Institutes of Health Postdoc

Post-doctoral Fellowship
Medical Image Processing
Department of Radiology
National Institutes of Health
Department of Health and Human Services

A Post-doctoral fellowship is available in three-dimensional medical imaging. Specific interest areas are image processing (virtual endoscopy, volumetric visualization, image segmentation, registration, fusion, and algorithm development) and computer-aided diagnosis (feature extraction, classification, and databases). Fellows have access to state-of-the-art whole body MRI, 16-row detector CT+PET and advanced graphics workstations (PC and Beowulf cluster). Candidates must have or soon expect to receive doctorates in applied mathematics or computer science. Applicants with a proven track record as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications on image processing and having strong software development and C++ skills are encouraged to apply. GPU shader programming experience is a plus. Applications should include a CV and a brief statement of research interests. NIH is an equal opportunity employer. If a US work permit is not available, then the only visa the NIH can provide for this position is a J visa.

• Address applications to:

Ingmar Bitter, Ph.D.
Clinical Image Processing Services
Diagnostic Radiology Department
National Institutes of Health
Building 10 Room 1C660
Bethesda, MD 20892-1182
E-mail: ibitter at nih dot gov

November 2004: Kitware

Kitware is seeking to fill positions immediately. We are looking for people who will relocate to the Albany, NY USA area, are willing to work in a small company, and show flexibility in work assignments. Important skills include proficiency in C++, scientific software development, medical image analysis, and/or ITK. Individuals demonstrating expertise in areas that significantly extend Kitware's software skill base are particularly favored. Please send your resume to kitware at kitware.com.

Will

William J. Schroeder, Ph.D.
Kitware, Inc.
28 Corporate Drive, Suite 204
Clifton Park, NY 12065
will.schroeder at kitware.com
1-518-371-3971 x102 (phone)
1-518-371-3971 (fax) 

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Nov 2004: National Institutes of Health Staff Scientist

 Warren G. Magnuson Clinical Center
 National Institutes of Health
 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

 Staff Scientist
 Medical Image Processing

The Department of Radiology is seeking a Staff Scientist to support our research efforts in image processing (virtual endoscopy, volumetric visualization, segmentation, registration and algorithm development) and computer-aided diagnosis (feature extraction, classification, database development). In particular, advanced skills in image segmentation (level sets, active shape/appearance models, etc.) are sought. The incumbent will work closely with a team of computer scientists and engineers. Applicants with a proven track record as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications on medical applications of image processing and having advanced mathematical and computer skills are encouraged to apply. Demonstrated expertise in C++ and ITK (NLM’s Insight Toolkit) are required. The candidate should have a Ph.D. in Electrical or Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Biophysics or Physics. Salary commensurate with experience. Applications should include a CV, brief statement of research interests, and three letters of reference. Applications are due 6 weeks after posting of this announcement. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.

 Address applications to:
 Ronald Summers, M.D., Ph.D.
 Chief, Clinical Image Processing Service
      and Virtual Endoscopy and Computer-Aided Diagnosis Laboratory
 Department of Radiology
 National Institutes of Health
 Building 10 Room 1C660
 Bethesda, MD  20892-1182
 E-mail: RobertsonS at cc dot nih dot gov
 Web site: http://www.cc.nih.gov/drd/summers.html

June 2004: Computer Vision Research Position

Computer Vision Research Positions at GE Global Research
Visualization and Computer Vision Lab

We are seeking highly qualified candidates to innovate and develop computer vision technology for commercial and government applications. We are particularly interested in recruiting candidates with expertise in one of the following areas:

• Machine Learning - applying semantic knowledge to practical vision problems
• Deformable Registration / Deformable Modeling
• Segmentation
• Object Detection and Tracking

The Visualization & Computer Vision Lab at GE Global Research in Niskayuna, NY conducts basic and applied research in computer vision and closely related areas. With 30 Staff Researchers (most holding a PhD) the lab develops advanced technologies for GE businesses, including GE Security, GE Healthcare, GE Aircraft Engines, GE Power Systems and NBC Universal; Lockheed Martin; and US Government agencies including NIH, DARPA, FBI, AFRL and NIMA. Areas of active research include image segmentation, deformable registration, perceptual organization, texture classification, object detection, event recognition, tracking, camera calibration, optical metrology, video content extraction, change detection, and superresolution.

We are active users and contributors to ITK and VXL; experience with either of these toolkits is desired. Strong C++ skills along with a superior ability to work in a team environment are essential qualities for successful candidates.

Interested? Please contact Jim Miller at `millerjv at research.ge.com`

Visualization & Computer Vision
GE Research
Bldg. KW, Room C218B
P.O. Box 8, Schenectady NY 12301

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