Research Associate - Physical Sciences

Sunnybrook; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research hospital in Toronto is seeking a Ph.D. graduate to join its team in biomedical imaging research. The candidate should have expertise in imaging methodologies and a strong foundation in research regulations. Responsibilities include data analysis of ultrasound, CT, and MRI, as well as contributing to scientific publications. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential. This role offers an opportunity to engage in innovative research aimed at improving patient care.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Ph.D. in biomedical imaging or related sciences.
• Recognized certification as a clinical trials specialist is an asset.
• Experience with imaging methodologies and image analysis.
• Strong interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English language usage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of research regulations and guidelines.
• Experience with MATLAB/Python/Radiomic Studies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ultrasound/CT/MRI data analysis.
• Perform radiomic studies.
• Prepare scientific reports and publications.

Skills

Imaging methodologies

Image analysis

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in English

Education

Ph.D. in biomedical imaging or related sciences

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Description Of Team/Department (optional)

One of Canada's Top 10 Research Hospitals, Sunnybrook Research Institute is developing innovations in care for the more than 1.3 million patients the hospital cares for annually.

Sunnybrook Research Institute is the research enterprise of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, a teaching hospital fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. Research spans three Toronto-based campuses, eight programs and three scientific platforms. Our main aims are to understand and prevent disease, and to develop treatments that enhance and extend life. Our vision is to invent the future of health care. Each year, we conduct about $100 million in research across 500,000 square feet, including in the world’s first Centre for Research in Image-Guided Therapeutics.

Dr. Czarnota's laboratory is conducting basic and clinical research into radiomics-based ultrasound methods for cancer chemotherapy treatment response prediction and monitoring, as well as using new ultrasound-stimulated microbubble methods to enhance effects of radiation-treatments for cancer.

Summary Of Duties

• Ultrasound/CT/MRI Data Analysis
• Radiomic Studies
• Scientific Reports and Publications

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Ph.D. in biomedical imaging or related sciences
• Recognized certification as a clinical trials specialist is an asset
• Experience with imaging methodologies and image analysis
• Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English language usage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of research regulations and guidelines.
• Experience with MATLAB/Python/Radiomic Studies