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Title: Postdoctoral researcher in computational imaging, via applications in astronomy and medicine.

Grade and Salary: Grade 7 (£37,174 - £46,735)

FTE and working pattern: Full-time (35 hours per week), Fixed Term Contract for 12 Months

Detailed Description

The Biomedical and Astronomical Signal Processing (BASP) laboratory at Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh, headed by Professor Yves Wiaux, is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher in computational imaging.

The BASP laboratory develops cutting-edge research on all aspects of computational imaging, from theory and algorithms to applications in astronomy and medicine. Dr. Wiaux is a Professor in the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences at HWU, an Honorary Fellow at the School of Informatics, and an Academic Guest at the Signal Processing Laboratories.

The position is part of a large research project aimed at developing a new generation of computational imaging algorithms that deliver precision, robustness, efficiency, and scalability. Initial focus will be on radio astronomy, validated at extreme scales with high-performance computing. A secondary target is technology transfer to magnetic resonance imaging in medicine.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The postholder will develop new image formation algorithms for radio astronomy, with potential secondary work in medical imaging. Opportunities for secondments and co-supervision of PhD students may be available, with a secondary affiliation to EPFL or UoE for suitable candidates.

The appointment is initially for 1 year, renewable up to 3 years based on research progress. HWU offers attractive salaries and a collaborative research environment. The start date is flexible within 2025.

Education, Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should hold a PhD in physics, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, or a related field. Expertise in computational imaging is required, with a focus on algorithms at the interface of deep learning and optimization, or applications in radio astronomy or MRI, including simulation and real data processing. Experience with specific approaches like plug-and-play methods, diffusion models, VLBI, black hole imaging, or low-field MRI is of particular interest.

• PhD: Hold or about to obtain
• Expertise: computational imaging
• Research ability: self-directed and innovative thinking
• Publication record: strong
• Work environment: experience in multicultural teams
• Communication skills: effective presentation (written/oral)
• Supervision: experience supervising PhD students

Heriot-Watt University is renowned for teaching and research, with strong links to industry and innovation. This position is based within EPS, which has an excellent international reputation.