Image Processing & Connectomics Scientist I

Allen Institute; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen Institute is seeking a Scientist I to lead image processing and analysis of large-scale Electron Microscopy datasets. You will collaborate with anatomists, physiologists, theoreticians, and modelers to interpret how brain cell types relate to structure and function across modalities.

This role is onsite with some remote flexibility and may require occasional travel to conferences. A Ph.D. and strong programming skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Applied Math, Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong background in image processing.
• Strong programming skills.
• Experience with software engineering best practices (e.g. version control and code reviews).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with others to scale image processing of high-throughput EM data.
• Oversee EM data 2D stitching and 3D alignment pipeline.
• Analyze EM data in context of cell types and modalities with team.
• Publish/present findings in peer‑reviewed journals and conferences.

Skills

Image processing

Programming

Software engineering practices

Python

Cloud computing

Connectomics

Publication record

Independent work

Mentoring

Machine learning

Verbal & written communication

Education

Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Applied Math, Engineering

Job description

Allen Institute is seeking a Scientist I to lead image processing and analysis of large-scale Electron Microscopy datasets. You will collaborate with anatomists, physiologists, theoreticians, and modelers to interpret how brain cell types relate to structure and function across modalities.

This role is onsite with some remote flexibility and may require occasional travel to conferences. A Ph.D. and strong programming skills are essential.