Research Fellow in Surgical AI

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA/FSAs

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a highly talented postdoctoral fellow to join the Surgical Outcomes and Oncology research team in the Department of Surgery. The role focuses on Machine Learning and AI, with a 2-year paid fellowship and potential extension based on performance and funding.

Mentorship from senior researchers promises collaboration in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in AI/ML-related fields and a strong publication record, with proficiency in Python, ML libraries,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a strong emphasis on AI, ML.
• Experience with AI/ML research and publications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original AI research in surgical outcomes and oncology.
• Publish research findings at top conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with researchers to advance research goals.
• Assist with grant writing and new proposals.

Skills

Python programming

Pandas

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

Docker

DBMS

Google Cloud Services (GCP)

English proficiency

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MySQL

Redis

Docker

GCP

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented postdoctoral fellow to join our Surgical Outcomes and Oncology research team in The Department of Surgery at Mayo Clinic in the field of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The position is for a 2-year paid fellowship (minimum 1 year commitment) with the possibility of extension beyond 2 years based on performance and availability of funding. Fellows would work under the mentorship of Dr. Simon J. Laplante, Surgeon in Metabolic and Abdominal Wall Reconstructive Surgery and Dr. Hojjat Salehinejad, Scientist in the Kern Center for the Science of Health Care Delivery & Assistant Professor of Health Care Systems Engineering. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and collaborative research team and make significant contributions to the advancement of medical AI research.

Responsibilities:

Conduct original research in AI and related fields, including designing and implementing experiments, developing algorithms, and analyzing results.

Publish research findings in top-tier medical conferences and journals.

Collaborate with other researchers and team members to advance research goals and solve challenging problems.

Participate in the development of new research proposals and assist with grant writing.

A Research Fellow at Mayo Clinic is a temporary position intended to provide training and education in research. Individuals will train in the research program of a Mayo Clinic principal investigator. Qualified individuals will demonstrate the potential for research as evidenced by their training and peer-reviewed publications and should become competitive for national research grants. Upon background check and CCATS Executive Committee approval, Research Fellow may have patient/research subject contact directly relating to and incidental to the original research program. Proof of English proficiency is required for J-1 Short-Term Scholars, Research Scholars, Professors, Specialists, and Student Interns sponsored by Mayo Clinic.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a strong emphasis on AI, machine learning, or related fields. Candidates for the training or those with without advanced degrees who have prior work experience are also encouraged to apply. Surgical trainees with relevant prior experiences who are able to take time out of their training (lab years) are also encouraged to apply.

The application is open to both clinicians, research candidates, and those in technology sector including those currently in training or have recently completed training (post-doc). The expectation at the end of the fellowship is that the fellow will be well prepared to become a leader in Healthcare AI/ML, either in the academic or biotechnology setting.

The ideal candidate must have strong expertise in data structures and algorithms, Python programming language (including libraries such as Pandas, Scikit-learn), shell scripting, Tensorflow/PyTroch (preferred), and/or machine learning (particularly deep learning). Expertise in statistical learning and random processes, Docker, DBMS (e.g. MySQL, Redis), and Google Cloud Services (GCP) is a plus. The candidate must have a track-record of publications/scientific writing and have strong proficiency in all four skills of English language, including ideally experience in writing scientific manuscripts.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$67,282.95 - $78,711.15 per year; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday to Friday

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the 'EOE is the Law'. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.