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.

Be You.

The Bashir Laboratory, within the Radiology Department at Duke University Medical Center, is looking for a Postdoctoral Associate (Post Doc) to join our team. The Bashir Lab for Liver Imaging Research focuses on advanced methodologies in abdominal imaging, particularly applications of machine learning and deep learning to medical image analysis. The lab aims to advance existing imaging techniques and develop novel imaging methods, in part through a rich group of collaborations across the Medical Center and University. The Post Doc Associate will conduct independent research activities under the guidance of Dr. Bashir in preparation for a full time academic or research career. Associates will be co-mentored by Ph.D. faculty with extensive technical experience with machine learning and deep learning.

The initial appointment will be for one (1) year, with opportunities for extension based upon performance and available funding. Responsibilities include chart review and data collection, image analysis (including segmentation and interpretation tasks for research), assisting with a variety of research projects, and other related duties.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum Requirement: Ph.D. 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with career services, employer relations, and professional development programs

Other Requirements:

• This position is hybrid eligible. The position is partially remote, and the employee must reside in a Duke University-approved state.

Be Bold.

Position Description:

• The term of this appointment is limited (up to 5 years with a possible extension for an additional year)
• The appointment involves substantially full-time research or scholarship, which may include teaching responsibilities.
• The appointment is viewed as preparatory for a full-time academic or research career.
• The 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.
• The appointee works under the supervision of a scholar or a department at Duke University.
• The appointee has the freedom, and is expected to publish the results of his or her research or scholarship during the period of the appointment.

Choose Duke.

Join our award-winning team and be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery. Duke University is consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is renowned for its cutting-edge research across disciplines. Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from Duke's competitive benefits package, including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more.

Screening of Applications: Screening continues until the position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $ 70,019.00 to USD $140,038.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate 's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Duke is an 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 (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military 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 ofour community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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