Extended Reality Technology Postdoctoral Fellowship

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Supplement

Training and Travel Allowance

Job summary

The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) offers a postdoctoral fellowship with USAISR at Joint Base San Antonio. The role focuses on developing medical clinical decision support systems using extended reality technologies and software engineering, with hands-on experience in usability evaluation and visualization.

You will grow your skills under mentorship, conducting diverse research activities and disseminating findings through journals and demonstrations.

Qualifications

• The candidate holds a PhD in Biomedical Science, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Computer Science, Software Engineering or another eligible discipline.
• U.S. military veterans with a PhD earned within the last 60 months are eligible.
• Applicable experience in laboratory/clinical settings and related research is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage in clinical decision support research and software usability studies.
• Develop and test XR-based medical simulation and immersive guidance systems.
• Design experiments and evaluate medical sensors integrated with headsets.
• Document methods, results and processes in detailed reports and presentations.
• Disseminate research findings through journals, conferences, and demonstrations.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Clinical decision support research

Medical software research

Medical simulation studies

XR hardware familiarity

Education

PhD in Biomedical Science

PhD in Bioinformatics

PhD in Data Science

PhD in Computer Science

PhD in Software Engineering

Tools

HoloLens

Quest

Vive

Job description

The U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research (USAISR) is offering a postdoctoral fellowship at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA).

What will I be doing?

As an ORISE participant, you will join a community of scientists, engineers, and researchers focused on developing medical clinical decision support systems utilizing extended reality technology. You will participate in various projects utilizing software engineering, human factors usability evaluation, and design/visualization to develop applications that optimize combat casualty care. These projects include augmented/mixed reality systems, headset/sensor evaluations, integration of medical sensors/devices into headsets, and creating innovative solutions for immersive clinical guidance systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to grow their skills in clinical research with an emphasis on novel technology development.

Why should I apply?

Under the guidance of a mentor, you will learn and gain hands‑on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. Along the way, you will engage in a variety of research activities, including:

• Conducting human subject research on software usability and clinical performance testing.
• Developing research experimentations for software application testing
• Developing scenarios for medical and field testing.
• Creating, planning and executing research studies.
• Developing project proposals.
• Conducting testing and evaluation of clinical decision support technologies (e.g. mixed reality and virtual reality headset applications)
• Documenting findings, results, and technical processes in detailed reports and presentations.
• Disseminating your research through scientific research journals, presentations, and technology demonstrations.

What is the anticipated start date?

The USAISR is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.

What is the appointment length?

This appointment is a twelve-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.

What are the provisions?

You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAISR. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. The stipend range for this postdoctoral opportunity is $85,000.00 – $92,000.00 yearly. Other provisions may include the following:

• Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
• Training and Travel Allowance

About USAISR

The U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research is one of six research laboratories within the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command of the U.S. Army Medicine Command. The Institute is the Army's lead research laboratory for improving the care of combat casualties. The mission of the Institute is to "Optimize Combat Casualty Care". For more information about the USAISR, please visit https://usaisr.health.mil/.

About ORISE

This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate will hold a PhD degree in Biomedical Science, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Computer Science, Software Engineering or other eligible discipline. U.S. military veterans who have been honorably discharged (or who have been medically discharged because of a service-connected disability) and who received a PhD degree within ten years of the desired start date are also eligible.

Highly competitive applicants will have education and/or experience in one or more of the following:

• Laboratory experience or clinical setting familiarity.
• Experience with clinical decision support applications research
• Medical technology-related research or medical software research
• Experience in medical simulation scenarios and studies
• Familiar or have knowledge of XR hardware platforms (e.g. HoloLens, Quest, Vive, etc)

Application Requirements

• Zintellect Profile
• Educational and Employment History
• Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
• Resume (PDF)
• Transcripts/Academic Records - Please upload a copy of a transcript for your current or most recent degree program that meets the disciplinary qualifications of the opportunity. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts.
• Two Recommendations. We encourage you to contact your recommenders as soon as you start your application to ensure they are able to complete the recommendation form and to let them know to expect a message from Zintellect. Recommenders will be asked to rate your scientific capabilities, personal characteristics, and describe how they know you. You can always log back in to your Zintellect account and check the status of your application.

Stipend

$85,000.00 – $92,000.00 Yearly

Eligibility Requirements

• Degree: Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 month(s).