Imaging Data Analyst, School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, SSLI

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. All full-time university staff are eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health, vision, and dental coverage, life-insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off, 12 paid holidays, and more. Explore our benefits further here: https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/university-and-academic-professional-benefits/

The Stravitz-Sanyal Liver Institute of Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking an Imaging Data Analyst to join its world-renowned team of Hepatologists and imaging experts in changing the landscape of liver and metabolic diseases through research. The candidate will have a unique opportunity to work with a diverse group of clinicians, research scientists, industry experts and research faculty within the Liver Institute whose focus is the advancement and development of novel imaging biomarkers, imaging methods, and data analysis tools to support the translation of emerging therapeutics in the liver and metabolic disease space. The Liver Institute is supported by a non-GMP, pre-clinical animal laboratory, as well as a clinical Imaging Center equipped with state-of-the art scanner along with a cGMP Radiochemistry laboratory producing (on-site) 18F, 68Ga, 64Cu and 89Zr PET biomarkers and radiopharmaceuticals.

As an Imaging Data Analyst, you will be responsible for quality control and segmentation of medical images from MR and PET investigations in a technical and research-intensive environment. You will work in a team that together analyzes and delivers data for preclinical and clinical trials using tools to segment organs and structures in the medical images.

This job requires significant on-boarding to include a training program that is located in Europe. The ability to possess a passport and obtain proper visa credentials will be required.

Who are we looking for?

-We emphasize personal suitability and believe that you are a structured and organized person with attention to details, who likes to work in an environment with high demands on quality.

-We seek an enthusiastic learner with appropriate communication skills to collaborates well with others and also enjoys working against a deadline.

Responsibilities:
-Quality control of images and related documentation from the MR and PET investigations in preclinical and clinical trials
-Segmentation of images from the MR and PET investigations including documentation and reporting of results
-Communication with national and international imaging centers on image quality

-Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

-Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Minimum Hiring Standards/Qualifications:
-Undergraduate degree, preferably in computer science or a natural science (such as biology)
-Proficiency in computational data analysis
-Ability to travel when needed or as part of our training program

Preferred Qualifications:

-MSc or equivalent in a technical, data-intensive field
-Hands-on experience with Machine Learning
-Knowledge of programming languages such as Python or R for data analysis

Additional Information:
ORP Eligible: -NO
Hours / weeks - 40 hours weekly
Title Details: Imaging Data Analyst
University Title: Research Analyst RS 1-3
University Code: (33231Y-32333Y) (1-3)
University Job Family: Research & Innovation

The position will remain open until a candidate is selected.

The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.