Medical Imaging Analyst

Company: Partners Healthcare System
Location: Charlestown
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Job Description - Medical Imaging Analyst (3142314)Job Description Medical Imaging Analyst - (3142314)Description GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: An opening is available for a medical imaging analyst, in Dr. Julie Price---s PET Pharmacokinetics group at the Massachusetts General Hospital Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging, a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School. The Martinos Center offers an excellent training environment and resources for career advancement, as well as a wealth of institutional expertise in all areas of medical imaging. The position requires strong computer science skills, high-level technical and analytical skills, strong troubleshooting abilities, strong research and writing skills, and the ability to work independently. Our research is firmly rooted in multimodal imaging, particularly simultaneous PET/MR imaging. We currently focus on studies of normal aging and neurodegeneration, neuropsychiatric disorders and diabetes-related research. Dr. Price---s group specializes in quantitative PET methods for in vivo assessment of physiologic parameters such as cerebral blood flow, glucose metabolism, neurotransmitter system function and neuropathological protein accumulation (e.g., amyloid-beta plaques, hyperphosphorylated tau). Research activities include pharmacokinetic modeling, kinetic evaluation of novel PET radiotracers, study design and data analysis/interpretation, and computer simulation. We perform multimodal analyses that utilize multiple types of intra-subject information (e.g. structural and functional MRI, functional PET, behavioral measures) to provide robust and informative outcome measures. The medical imaging computer analyst will be part of the Martinos Center PET/MR research group that is a multi-disciplinary team of physicists, radiochemists, biologists, physicians, research fellows, data analysts, research coordinators, technologists and students. Strong computer programming skills and knowledge of state-of-the-art image processing methods are required. The group has an established record of funding from the National Institutes of Health and research foundations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain and enhance existing image processing pipelines Design new image processing pipelines, with an emphasis on version tracking, data provenance, and high performance computing.Develop neuroinformatics tools to track data provenance and project management.Test and evaluate a range of imaging packages to determine their suitability for research goals.Regular, direct interaction with researchers from within and outside the Martinos Center to assist them with imaging data analysis using a range of tools including FSL, SPM, Slicer, PMOD and other specialized tools. Participate in other aspects of research, including study design, data analysis, academic manuscript writing and grant writing, as relevant to the skills and interests of the computer analyst.Other duties as assigned.SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Required:Excellent programming skills, with C++, Matlab, and knowledge in relational databases and Python are preferred.Superior Linux/Unix skills and proficiency in bash scriptingAbility to install and validate new software and teach basic use to new users A strong commitment to the development of robust and tractable software and workflows.A strong interest in the development of novel open-source solutions for imaging research.The ability to work in an interdisciplinary, diverse, and international team. Preferred:Experience with statistical analyses (e.g., R for statistical computing)Experience with further fields of relevance, such as High Performance Computing, neuroimaging software and analysis (e.g. FreeSurfer, FSL, SPM), imaging neuroinformatics would be beneficial.Basic knowledge of neuroscience and neuroanatomy.Understanding of PET imaging and structural and functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging.Proficiency in developing web-based applications is desirable. WORKING CONDITIONS: No hazardous material exposure;No exposure to dangerous or adverse working conditions;No patient contact Qualifications EDUCATION:Minimum Required: Bachelor's DegreeField of STudy/Additional Specialized Training: Prefereable in medical physics, computer science, mathematics, statistics or related field; Hands-on experience designing, developing, implementing and validating software solutions, with a focus on neuroimaging and/or neuroinformatics applications.EXPERIENCE: Indicate the required and preferred (optional)amount and type of experience. Required: 1 year of experience in Linux (UNIX)-based environments2 years of experience in software or data management or 1 year of experience if directly related to Matlab, FreeSurfer and/or MRI data.Preferred: 1 --- 2 years of experience in education/training/management EEO Statement Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged. Primary Location: MA-Charlestown-MGH 13th StreetWork Locations: MGH 13th Street 149 13th Street Charlestown 02129Job: IT/Health IT/Informatics - OtherOrganization: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)Schedule: Full-timeStandard Hours: 40Shift: Day JobEmployee Status: RegularRecruiting Department: MGH Radiology ResearchJob Posting: Jan 4, 2021

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