POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN MR IMAGING OF PANCREATIC CANCER

European Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and Biology; Paris; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research institution is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in MR Imaging of Pancreatic Cancer to contribute to innovative research. The role involves developing imaging techniques, conducting research projects, and contributing to scientific publications in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Candidates should possess a PhD in a relevant field and programming proficiency.

Prestations

Dynamic interdisciplinary environment

Access to state-of-the-art imaging facilities

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant fields required.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Matlab, Python, or C/C++.
• Experience with MRI acquisition protocol development in clinical settings.

Responsabilités

• Conduct research on MR imaging for pancreatic cancer.
• Develop and validate concepts in time-resolved diffusion imaging.
• Train deep learning models for tumor segmentation.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Team-oriented mindset

Autonomous working ability

Formation

PhD in biomedical engineering

Degree in physics

Degree in computer science

Medical degree

Outils

Matlab

Python

C/C++

Description du poste

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN MR IMAGING OF PANCREATIC CANCER

Postdoctoral Researcher in MR Imaging of Pancreatic Cancer

Time-resolved diffusion and MRE for pancreatic cancer stratification and treatment response prediction

Job type: Postdoc

Job location: Paris

Deadline: 2025-02-30

General information:

Workplace: Center for Research on Inflammation, Inserm UMR 1149.Mentors: Dr Philippe Garteiser, PhD, HDR; Pr Bernard Van Beers, MD, PhD, HDR, Sabrina Doblas, PhDType of contract: Postdoctoral fellowship. Full time appointment by Inserm. SIRIC and PCSI funding.Contract period: 4+12 months (potentially renewable thereafter)Start period: ~April 2025Salary: Competitive salary in accordance with national guidelines

About the Role:

Are you passionate about translating research outcome towards clinical applications? Apply for this position to make a meaningful contribution in MR imaging of pancreatic cancer.As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will:

• Conduct research projects focused on MR imaging for treatment response prediction and stratification of pancreatic cancer
• Develop and validate novel concepts in time-resolved diffusion imaging involving the analysis of diffusion coefficients at different spatial scales and considering kurtosis
• Conduct research projects based on MR elastography techniques (conventional and under pseudo static external load) involving multiple acoustic sources and frequencies
• Have access to preclinical models and clinical workflows for pancreatic cancer
• Train and optimize deep learning models for tumor segmentation and physics-informed tasks
• Publish your findings in peer-reviewed journals and in conferences

We Offer:

• A dynamic, interdisciplinary environment around medical imaging
• Integration into an excellent scientific environment with heavy focus on clinical applications
• Access to state-of-the art imaging facilities
• Support for professional development, including impactful communications

Requirements:

• PhD in biomedical engineering, physics, computer science, medical degree
• Proficiency in programming languages and computing environments such as Matlab, Python or C/C++
• Some experience with MRI acquisition protocol development, in preclinical or clinical settings
• Basic knowledge in radiology and physiopathology of pancreatic cancer

Personal Attributes:

• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Both a team-oriented mindset and the ability to work autonomously

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged.