POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Radiology Research Div.

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 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health. a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY

Conduct independent research activities under the guidance of a faculty mentor in preparation for a full time academic or research career.

WORK PERFORMED

The initial appointment is for one-year, with the possibility of extension, based upon performance and funding availability.

The Postdoctoral Associate with be involved in research activities such as:

• Work on projects related to medical imaging, image processing, computer vision, human perception, machine learning, reader studies, and other lab-related activities 
• Participate in other research and teaching activities of Railabs, such as weekly seminar
• Drive efforts to publish our results; the Postdoctoral Appointee is expected to publish the results of his or her research or scholarship during the period of the appointment.

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

*Note for international candidates: Generally, immigration classifications (e.g., H-1B, J-1, etc.) require that the requisite degree be conferred before a petition can be filed or a visa document issued to sponsor the individual.

EXPECTATION:  

The conscientious discharge of research or scholarship responsibilities, which may include teaching responsibilities for Postdoctoral Associates. Conformance to standards of responsible conduct in research. 

Discussion with the mentor regarding all facets of the Postdoctoral Appointee's research activities. 

Prompt disclosure to the mentor regarding the possession and desire to distribute materials, reagents, software, and 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.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training:   Minimum Requirement: PhD in biomedical engineering, 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.