Integrated Diagnostics (IDx) Project Scientist

The Department of Radiological Sciences at UCLA is seeking an experienced researcher to join the Integrated Diagnostics (IDx) Abdominal program as an Assistant or Associate Project Scientist. The position requires an MD and/or PhD degree and demonstrated track record conducting diagnostic imaging research using modalities such as MRI, CT, and PET alone or in combination with radio-genomics, radio-proteomics, radiomics or artificial intelligence. Background knowledge in nuclear medicine and molecular imaging would be useful. The incumbent will oversee efforts to evolve and grow the collection of high-resolution, spatially registered radiological and digital pathology images using 3D-printed patient-specific molds in order to assess validate imaging biomarkers of aggressive cancer against histopathological and molecular ground truth. These efforts will include coordinating investigators and staff across multiple departments and specialties. The incumbent will also be responsible for co-supervising postdoctoral fellows and visiting graduate student researchers on the design, execution, supervision of translational research studies involving multiparametric MRI, multi-phase CT, PET/CT, and PET/MRI. In addition, the incumbent will facilitate multi-modal, multi-scale analyses that leverage integrated data and biospecimens. Applicants should have good communication skills with demonstrated experience contributing to grant submissions and publishing manuscripts in high impact journals.

Responsibilities:

Clinical and research imaging study management and data acquisition, developing and updating protocols and best practices, database maintenance, data analysis, preparation of research manuscripts, preparation of grant proposals, coordination with interdisciplinary team members, presentations at national and international meetings.

Interested applicants can send a cover letter describing their research interest, experience and current curriculum vitae to: SRaman@mednet.ucla.edu.

Please use "Integrated Diagnostics (IDx) - Project Scientist: Your Name" in the email subject line. Applicants will also be invited to upload their current curriculum vitae and a list of 3 references to the UC Recruit online posting at JPF11262. Only applicants that apply through this website will be considered.

This appointment is subject to amendment based on any changes to applicable collective bargaining agreements.

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MD and/or PhD degree with experience in clinical research

* Evidence of related prior publications

* Prior clinical experience internationally or nationally

* Highly motivated and independent

* Ability to prioritize work and be well organized

* Team leading skills

* Effective problem-solving skills

* Strong communication skills (oral and written) with strong work ethics

* Experience with spreadsheets and/or database programs

* Programming skills desirable

• 3-5 letters of reference required

References may be contacted to verify experience.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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