Postdoctoral Scholar - Ophthalmology

Description

 

The postdoc scholar will participate in several research projects currently funded by the PI. This individual will also have the responsibility of carrying out independent research related to application of machine learning and data mining techniques to analyze multiple data modalities related to corneal disease, including imaging, genetic and clinical data.

Qualifications

 

Qualifications

PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Statistics, or a related field.

Strong background in machine learning, data mining, statistical analysis, and computational modeling; Experience with programming languages such as Python, R or similar, as well as familiarity with relevant libraries and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn); Knowledge of ophthalmology, corneal diseases, or related medical fields is preferred but not required; Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams; Proven track record of research productivity, including publications in peer-reviewed journals and conference presentations.

Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is the flagship statewide, public, academic health institution in Tennessee. Founded in 1911, the mission of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center is to improve the health and well-being of Tennesseans and the global community by fostering integrated, collaborative, and inclusive education, research, scientific discovery, clinical care, and public service. Employing more than 4,600 people on its faculty, staff, and not-for-profit corporation faculty practice groups, and with more than 3,200 students across the state, UTHSC contributes $4 billion to the economy of Tennessee.

Part of the University of Tennessee System, the Health Science Center is headquartered in Memphis and includes all six of UT's doctoral-degree-granting health science colleges -- Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Graduate Health Sciences, and Health Professions. UTHSC spans the state with its four major, regional clinical health science locations in Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, as well as more than 100 clinical education sites across Tennessee. UTHSC is the largest educator of health care professionals in the state and operates the state's largest residency and fellowship advanced training programs.

Located in West Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is the second-largest city in the state and among the largest cities in the Southeast. The Greater Memphis metropolitan area has more than 1.3 million residents, and the city ranks among those with the lowest cost of living in the country. It is home to a vibrant restaurant scene, a revitalized Downtown, the Midtown Arts District, many scenic neighborhoods, an active medical district, and a burgeoning airport in the midst of a $214 million modernization.

Memphis boats attractions, including Elvis Presley's Graceland, the Memphis Grizzlies, historic Beale Street, the National Civil Rights Museum, the second-largest urban county park in the United States, and the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.

Job
  Research Professional 
Primary Location
  US-Tennessee-Memphis 
Organization
  Ophthalmology 
Schedule
  Full-time 
Campus/Institute  Memphis 
Job Posting
  Mar 26, 2024, 10:46:44 AM