Postdoctoral Training Fellow in Cancer MRI

The Quantitative Biomedical Imaging (QBI) Team uses MRI, CT and other imaging modalities to develop and validate imaging biomarkers of tumour structure and function. Our work spans preclinical, first-in-human and translational imaging across a range of biological models, tumour types and therapies.
The Division of Radiotherapy and Imaging is investigating new imaging methods to diagnose cancer, and ways in which advances in technology and molecular biology can improve radiation treatment.

The post holder will develop data acquisition strategies for oxygen-enhanced MRI. The subsequent aim is to then these methods to a clinical study evaluating how tumour hypoxia affects the effectiveness of novel targeted therapies.

The appointee will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of image analysis scientists, imaging physicists, mathematicians, statisticians and clinicians. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a strong publication track record and excellent team working skills who will drive the research program forward. Work arrangements are flexible with a proportion of time allowed for working at home as negotiated with the line manager.
Candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant field (computer science, mathematics, physics or closely-related topic). Having state registration as a Medical Physicist would be desirable, but is not essential. They should have experience in both advanced medical image analysis (particularly CT and MRI) and in mathematical modelling, data mining and machine learning. Strong scientific programming skills in programmes such as C, C++, Matlab and Python are essential. Experience in working in clinical imaging research studies is expected (preferably cancer).

The salary range is £32,844* - £40,902. This a fixed-term appointment for 3 years in the first instance. The starting salary will be based on previous postdoctoral experience and future progression is based on annual performance review.
*If the candidate has not yet been awarded their PhD, the salary will be set at £32,844 until the successful completion of their viva.

To apply please submit an application online on the ICR Careers site, attaching your CV with the supporting statement (addressing with specific examples where you meet the person specification, a brief description of your relevant experience and incl. the names and addresses of at least two referees). Job ref 1282