Department: Physics

Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description:

Works under the direction of a faculty member. Provides expertise in the design, operation and analysis of experiments or research projects in areas such as chemistry, biology, psychology, sociology, mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, optometry, all fields of engineering, etc. May prepare samples for testing. Performs advanced testing procedures and performs analyses of data. Prepares reports. Makes uses of a variety of specialized equipment typical within area of specialization. May contribute to grant proposal development.

1. Ensures experiments or research efforts are performed according to specifications.
2. May make recommendations to changes in procedures, processes, or experimental design.
3. May prepare and/or edit research papers, proposals and reports.
4. Possesses, understands, and applies an advanced knowledge crossing fields of specialization to develop unique and new approaches or ideas.
5. Understands and uses effective management techniques.
6. Designs, operates and analyzes multiple large and/or complex experiments or research projects.
7. Reviews progress of projects. May serve as liaison with other areas of specialization to obtain support or technical expertise for projects.
8. Defines procedures or processes to be used in the research investigations.
9. May personally conduct important and/or technically complex investigations.
10. Operates with wide latitude for unreviewed action subject only to institutional policies and guidelines and ethical considerations.
11. Provides direction and supervision of graduate and undergraduate research assistants involved in experiments or research.

MQ: Ph.D. Degree with 3 years of experience.

Additional Posting Information:

Research Associate/Scientist Positions (University of Houston)- See All Categories Below
PhD and Postdoctoral positions (multi-year positions with opportunities for career development to be independent investigators) are available in the Das Laboratory Candidates from all areas of science and engineering with relevant experience are welcome to apply. Contact Prof. Das (mdas@uh.edu) for additional information. Descriptions of relevant topics are below. Excellent publication record and presentation skills are required for this position. In addition, this position will require chosen candidates to mentor students, develop novel research ideas and gain leadership and proposal and protocol development skills.


X-Ray CT or Optical Phase Contrast, Photon Counting Detectors, Spectral CT, Quantitative Multi-modality Imaging (PET/SPECT/US/MRI/Optical/Thermal)

We will develop the science and engineering principles to advance X-ray optics and imaging along with quantitative and multi-parametric information from multi-modality and advanced imaging systems.

NIH-funded projects on benchtop experimental/ prototype imaging system development and algorithms for advanced and multi-modality imaging. Work on system designs, physics models, computation, benchtop experiments with small animals, and clinical translation.


Experience preferred: X-ray CT, phase contrast and phase retrieval, photon counting detectors, image reconstruction methods, multimodality platforms (including any of the following: PET, SPECT, MRI, US, Optical, Thermal imaging), phantom or small animal imaging, quantitative imaging, imaging biomarkers, radiomics. Both experimental and
computational positions available.
Skills preferred include any of these: Monte Carlo simulations, benchtop and prototype imaging system design,
Excellent programming skills, Medipix/Timepix detectors, analytical models, forward, and inverse problems, and prototype system development for clinical translation.

Bioelectricity/Biomagnetism/Bioelectronics/Biomechanics/Cancer Research


New and exciting projects to work on new interdisciplinary projects on bioelectricity, biomagnetism, and bioelectronics for cancer research.


Computational/numerical Methods and Models: Requires experience with modeling, simulations or high-performance computing involving electrodynamics, finite difference methods, and rapid prototyping to explore external field (optical/electric/magnetic/ultrasound/thermal) interactions with matter or biological systems (cells/tissue). Those with relevant experience in other areas of science and engineering but with an interest in applying their expertise to develop new methods for biophysical and cancer technologies are highly encouraged to apply.



Experimental: 1) Experience with developing electronics, mechanical, electric, and magnetic field-related research, optics, and photonics for biological research. We are seeking those who can work well both independently and collaboratively with experience in rapid prototyping and hands-on skills to develop new methods and systems. 2) Experience in cell culture, animal models, microscopy system development, and cellular level or small-animal investigations for cancer research.


Image Science, Psychophysics, Perception, Eye-Tracking, Image Texture
Computational methods assess image quality from the perspective of benefiting human observers' (like radiologists) ability to detect and classify signals in complex biomedical images. This includes eye tracking studies, working with simulated and clinical data, understanding optimal system design through task-based assessment (ROC, LROC studies), and image texture analysis using second-order statistical texture features. Our recent work also examines developing models for visual and optical illusions that might enhance signal detection in complex images.


Necessary skills: Programming, careful data analysis, high-performance computing, shell scripting (c, bash), medical imaging
Candidates with a recent PhD or those anticipating Ph.D. (all relevant areas of science and engineering) in the upcoming year are encouraged to apply for the postdoctoral positions. Opportunities exist for working with industrial and clinical collaborators as well as in developing creative and independent future career paths. Candidates are expected to work closely with graduate and undergraduate students. Those with extensive publications and research experience will also be considered for senior research positions. Please contact Prof. Mini Das (mdas@uh.edu) directly with your CV and briefly describe your research interests and goals in the email.


Funding support is available for multiple years for all levels and with a flexible start date. These positions offer competitive salaries and benefits. The salary range is based on qualifications, publications, and relevant experience. Our lab website is at https://sites.google.com/nsm.uh.edu/ipl/home.

Houston is an affordable and truly international/multicultural city with large medical schools, a petroleum industry, and other industrial employment opportunities nearby. The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Additionally, the University prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.