POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE

School of Medicine

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Summary:

The Center for Virtual Imaging Trials (CVIT) is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate.  The broad objective of the Center for Virtual Imaging Trials is to develop and provide a comprehensive virtual platform to assess the clinical performance of medical imaging technologies or applications from design to use. In its first phase, the Center focuses on Computed Tomography (CT).  The Center will provide essential resources to optimize the design and use of CT technologies for improved human health.

The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct independent research activities under the guidance of a faculty mentor in preparation for a full time academic or research career.  Duties include utilizing a variety of techniques including computational models of human anatomy, algorithms that model imaging devices, and image reconstruction and analysis. The initial appointment will be for one year with opportunities for extension based upon funding.

Work Performed (i.e. Duties):

• Develop and disseminate integrated software tools for image analysis

• Develop statistical models to develop diagnostic criteria and validation of algorithms for analysis of medical data

• Maintenance of a laboratory notebook and/or other comparable records of research activity, which remains the property of Duke University upon termination

• Preparation of manuscripts

• Open and timely discussion with the mentor regarding all facets of the Postdoctoral Appointee's research activities. Postdoctoral Appointees are encouraged to consult the AAMC Compact Between Postdoctoral Appointees and Their Mentors for suggested guidelines for the Postdoctoral Appointee-mentor relationship

• Prompt disclosure to the mentor regarding the possession and desire to distribute materials, reagents, software, copyrightable and potentially patentable discoveries derived from the Postdoctoral Appointee's research.

• Collegial conduct towards members of the research group and others as described in the Duke University School of Medicine Honor Code of Professional Conduct and other relevant conduct policies pertaining to other schools at Duke University.

• Compliance with all applicable University and departmental policies and procedures.

• Other related duties

This appointment is not part of a clinical research training program, unless research training under the supervision of a senior mentor is a primary purpose of the appointment.

Qualifications:

Education:

• PhD in biomedical engineering, medical imaging, physics or a related field or equivalent doctorate (e.g. Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M.)

• Candidates with non-US degrees may be required to provide proof of degree equivalency.

• If a postdoctoral fellow has completed all of the requirements for a degree, but the degree has not been formally conferred; the candidate may present evidence of completion of the degree requirements, together with a statement documenting the date on which the degree is to be conferred.                                 

Experience:

• Current or prior experience in virtual imaging trials through medical imaging simulation techniques highly preferred.  Such techniques include computational models of human anatomy, algorithms that model imaging devices, and image reconstruction and analysis.

Job Code: 00003820 POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE
Job Level: 00

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.