Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Integrated Biomedical Imaging Laboratory is seeking outstanding candidates interested in developing novel hybrid noninvasive imaging systems for studying the pregnant and nonpregnant uterus’s electrical maturation and mechanical changes. The goal of the lab is to develop tools to monitor pregnancy and labor progression and assess the effectiveness of treatment strategies to manage labor and prevent preterm birth. The lab uses innovative and cutting-edge experimentation and relies heavily on signal and image processing, inverse computation, engineering methods, bioinformatics, and biomechanical systems engineering.

The successful applicant will utilize clinical research studies using MRI and Electrophysiological tools, signal and imaging processing, and statistical analysis. Applicants with a strong engineering and data analysis background in these areas and interests in women’s health at various levels of experience are encouraged to apply.

Provides critically complex research and experimentation for departments, allowing the advancement of scientific analysis and discovery. Serves as a subject matter expert offering support, training, and guidance relative to the discipline/area. May participate and/or present on the research developed or the established work of those within the department.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Works on clinical research studies with the implementation of data analysis algorithms and computer software for analyzing clinical data, medical images, electrophysiology data, data management, and analysis solutions that assist in the storage, investigation, and dissemination of large data sets.
• Works with the research team to develop new algorithms to support studies.
• Assists with reporting methods, data, and results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of computational methods and engineering methods.
• Ability to analyze and interpret large complex data sets, such as large imaging and electrophysiological data, and to communicate data in a clear, concise manner.
• Interest in clinical and engineering research, developing medical imaging devices and some expertise in bioinformatics tools.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, bioinformatics, biostatistics, or related field required; OR combined education and experience of five years.

Grade

R07-H

Salary Range

$17.10 - $29.09 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.