[Insight-users] Employment opportunity at the University of Virginia

[Nicholas Tustison]

https://jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1381079519357


Research Specialist Senior

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Number: 0612918

Posting Summary:
The Research Division of the Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging seeks a Research Specialist Senior. Core algorithmic needs include: robust image registration, template construction, and image segmentation for immediate application to population studies for such pathologies, such as stroke, epilepsy, cardiac, and other diseases. The candidate is expected to train other post-docs and research staff in the use of these software tools and equipment to further enhance the research quality of the department. The selected candidate is also expected to develop collaborations with other departments, such as Neurosurgery and Cardiology. Such collaborations are expected to facilitate interdisciplinary research and grant efforts.

The successful candidate will hold a Master's degree in biology, chemistry, physics, biomedical engineering, or other related scientific field and will have a minimum of three years of laboratory, research, and/or image analysis experience.

This is a restricted position and contingent on future grant funding after December 31, 2016.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of scientific, experimental, and research techniques. 
2. Working knowledge of imaging laboratory procedures used in the performance of routine imaging tests, and the operation of imaging equipment. 
3. Working knowledge of data collection, analysis, and reporting. 
4. Ability to report findings legibly and accurately. 
5. Ability to interact effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and patients.
6. Ability to follow oral and written instruction. 
7. Ability to conduct independent work. 
8. Ability to supervise and train and/or supervise students and/or staff. 
9. Skilled in paying attention to detail, taking initiative, being flexible and reliable. 
10. Knowledge of financial management, research funding, and grant proposals.
11. Knowledge of core algorithmic needs, including robust image registration, template construction, and image segmentation.
12. Familiarity with performing large-scale studies in the computational grid environment that would enable proficiency with image analysis software tools.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following 
https://jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1381079519357

The University of Virginia is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, qualified individuals with disabilities are protected from discrimination and may be entitled to reasonable accommodations to assist in their pursuit of employment at the University. This includes assistance in completing the online job application as well as reasonable accommodations during the interview process. Please contact the UHR Service Center: 434.982.0123 to request assistance.

The University of Virginia is committed to the total development and well-being of all members of the University community students, faculty, staff, and the public. In support of this commitment, the University does not discriminate in any of its programs, procedures, or practices against any person on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era. The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Application Information
Contact:	University of Virginia
Fax:	434-924-6911 (staff positions)
TDD:	434-923-5189
Online App. Form:	http://apptrkr.com/390525

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