MODELING AND ANALYSIS: Scientist I/II, NeuroImage Analysis and Data Mining
Location: Seattle Washington
Description: Allen Institute for Brain Science is at present recruited MODELING AND ANALYSIS: Scientist I/II, NeuroImage Analysis and Data Mining right now, this job will be placed in Washington. Detailed specification about this job opportunity kindly see the descriptions. The Allen Institute for Brain Science, located in Seattle, Washington, is comprised! of a multidisciplinary staff committed to understanding how the brain works and helping to unlock the mysteries of neurological diseases and disorders affecting millions worldwide. Serving the scientific community is at the center of our mission to accelerate progress toward understanding the brain and neurological systems. Creating tools and data that advance the pursuits of thousands and thousands of scientists around the world is our contribution to revolutionary neuroscience. To this end, the Allen Institute's resources - each a groundbreaking creation - are free and publicly available online.
Scientist I/II - MAT - NeuroImage Analysis and Data Mining:
We are seeking an experienced Scientist to be an essential part of the team responsible for our new neuroscience initiative. This bioinformatics project has a strong component of bioimage informatics and computational neuroanatomy. It is a large scale effort combining multiple data types from light-mi! croscopy and electron microscopy through gene expression data.! The successful candidate will act as an analyst and scientist in developing state-of-the-art algorithms and systems for modeling and reconstruction of neural cells and processes, cell counting and the determination of statistical properties of these entities, and joint analysis of multiple data sets. Strong analytic and programming skills are desirable in the development of visualization and analysis tools as well. This data will be connected the dynamics of very large number of identifiable neurons, interconnected in very specific ways, and to compare these models against electrophysiological recordings, calcium imaging and behavior provided by high-throughput, in-house observatories.
Responsibilities:
Develop high quality image segmentation and visualization algorithms for large scale 3D microscopic images.
Develop enabling image analysis techniques for characterizing the projection and distribution of neuronal patterns in the 3D images.
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Develop algorithms for precise gene expression characterization.
Work with experimentalists to understand their data and to suggest new experiments
Work efficiently in a collaborative team environment
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in computer science, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering or related field.
Expert in one of more programming languages such as: C / C++
Significant experience in the design and implementation of image processing algorithms and techniques
Working experience in computational neuroscience
Ability to meet challenging timelines and deliverables
Strong written and verbal communication skills and a strong publication record
We offer competitive pay, a generous benefits package, and a dynamic, engaging environment.
To be considered for this position, please visit our website.
Link to job posting: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH11/! ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ALLENINSTITUTE&cws=1&rid=321
T! he Allen Institute for Brain Science is an equal opportunity employer.
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This job starts available on: Mon, 02 Sep 2013 08:30:20 GMT
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