Phd Software Engineer - 3D Image Processing

ECM Selection (Holdings) Limited; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Cambridge is seeking a skilled individual to develop algorithms for feature extraction and tracking in Python. This role involves writing robust code and handling large datasets to contribute to healthcare research. Candidates should have a strong academic background, excellent mathematical and software engineering skills, and familiarity with feature extraction techniques like CNNs. The position offers flexible hours and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Opportunities for internal and external training

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Outstanding academic background with a minimum 2.1 degree.
• Demonstrably strong software engineering skills.
• Knowledge of feature extraction techniques including CNNs.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms and software to extract 3D features from image data.
• Write robust and well-designed Python code.
• Cope with extremely large data sets and contribute to healthcare research.

Skills

Excellent mathematical skills

Strong software engineering skills

Knowledge of feature extraction techniques

Education

Minimum 2.1 degree in Computer Science or related STEM discipline

Relevant PhD

Job description

Overview

Feature extraction and tracking in Python for future healthcare research. Salary: £42k DoE + excellent benefits.

Responsibilities

• Join a research effort to develop algorithms and software to extract and track the evolution of 3D features from large quantities of image data.
• Write robust and well-designed Python code; apply algorithmic approaches to extract and characterize 3D objects.
• Cope with extremely large data sets (TB scale) and contribute to healthcare research with a positive societal impact.
• Collaborate in a forward-looking and inclusive work environment with opportunities for internal and external training.

Qualifications

• An outstanding academic background with a minimum 2.1 degree in Computer Science or related STEM discipline and a relevant PhD
• Excellent mathematical skills and knowledge of feature extraction techniques including CNNs
• Demonstrably strong software engineering skills and ability to write well-designed Python code

Role Details

This role is based in modern, well-equipped offices and labs in Cambridge. Initially, a 3-year fixed-term contract, with potential to transition to a permanent position in the longer term. Flexible hours and hybrid working are available.

Application Information

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