Research Assistant (1 Year Fixed Term –with possible renewal)

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Company Name: Stanford University

The Department of Radiology at Stanford University is dedicated to excellence in clinical care, research, education, and administration. The people and programs comprising Stanford Radiology are world-renowned. Stanford Radiology’s core strength lies in its people: faculty, who are highly regarded for their deep subspecialty expertise, dedication to patient care, and responsiveness to referring providers; multidisciplinary researchers who continue to push the boundaries of innovation in physics and engineering to develop cutting-edge methods for enhanced anatomic and functional imaging; staff who are dedicated and engaged in moving the mission of the department, school, and university forward.

The Section of Neuroradiology is seeking a full time Life Science Research Professional (LSRP) to perform basic functions and activities involved in defined research projects, and independently conduct and analyze experiments in the Zaharchuk lab. The LSRP will be involved in defined research projects and will be responsible for independently conducting and analyzing experiments related to neuroimaging technology to neurosciences problems. The LSRP is responsible for assigned research projects and will independently carry out analysis to completion The LSRP is expected to interpret and analyze the results and suggest modifications to procedures as appropriate. The LSRP is responsible for maintaining detailed records of experiments and outcomes, conducting analyses and literature reviews. Other responsibilities include lab management tasks such as ordering supplies and maintaining lab records.. The LSRP is expected to keep abreast of scientific literature and contribute new ideas and techniques to the lab.

Duties include:

• Plan approach to experiments in support of research projects in lab and/or field based on knowledge of scientific theory.
• Independently conduct experiments; maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Apply the theories and methods of a life science discipline to interpret and perform analyses of experiment results; offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures and protocols in collaboration with senior researcher.
• Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and apply learnings to related research.
• Contribute to publication of findings as needed. Participate in the preparation of written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals.
• Help with general lab maintenance as needed; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed.
• Assist with orientation and training of new staff or students on lab procedures or techniques.
• Other Duties may also be assigned.

This is a one-year fixed term position with a possibility for renewal.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Image interpretation and manipulation using OSIRIX on Macintosh
• Ability to use image processing softwares, including Matlab, ImageJ, FSL, SPM, ITKsnap
• Ability to develop Linux-based scripts, program in Python, use of GitHub
• Experience with medical imaging datasets
• Experience with basic statistics for health sciences
• Experience with AI software frameworks, including TensorFlow, pyTorch, and Keras.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• General understanding of scientific principles. Demonstrated performance to use knowledge and skills when needed.
• Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge of science principals to problem solve work.
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