Image Analysis Research Scientist, vacancy in GE India, Bangalore, D2

Job description

About GE 

GE goes beyond geographical and technology boundaries. Over time, we have developed world-class research facilities across the globe and tapped into global technical talents to bring technology development closer to the people across the globe and improve the life. We have 2,500 researchers across the world working together to bring new technologies to all of the GE businesses. From United States to Europe to India and China, our world-class facilities create the breakthroughs for the next generation of GE products and services. The John F. Welch Technology Center, Bangalore, is General Electric's first and largest Research and Development Centre outside the US. An integral part of GE Global Research, the US $80 million infrastructure at John F. Welch Technology Center is a hub of technology, research and innovation for GE worldwide. The focus of the Center is to enable the growth of GE businesses through innovation and the use of cutting edge technologies. GE Global Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Medical Image Analysis Lab, located in the John F Welch technology Center and a part of GE Global Research, is focused on development of new algorithms for CT, MRI, PET, XRay and multi-modality image analysis for detection, registration, characterization, motion management & image quality improvement.

Relocation Expenses
Yes

Role Summary/Purpose
We are looking for highly motivated researchers to conduct research in medical image analysis for imaging modalities CT, MRI, PET & build solutions to address varied clinical problems. The person should have strong interest in clinical systems & sound knowledge to work towards improving diagnostics & biomarker discovery in the areas of neurology, oncology & cardiology. He/She is expected to be exceptional in formulating image/signal analysis algorithms, implementation & validation.

Essential Responsibilities
This role requires scientist with proven expertise in medical image analysis through top-notch publications and experience of working with clinicians & experts and building innovative technology solutions addressing different clinical problems. In particular the individual is expected to conduct research in image analysis (including registration and multi-modal analysis) for building new solutions in the areas of neurology, cardiology & oncology. The person is expected to possess strong background in solving optimization problems in the area of medical image/signal analysis, with a strong understanding of the clinical process and workflow. This has to be supported through a proven track record of high quality publications. He/She needs to have strong background in mathematical formulation & implementation and programming skills. He/She should be able to work global multi-disciplinary teams, with clinical partners, being able to understand disease space and subsequent modality requirements.

Qualifications/Requirements
We are looking for candidates with PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Sciences, Physics, Biomedical Engineering or Applied Maths having an outstanding track record of publications and demonstrated ability to learn recent advances in medical image analysis or applied mathematics. The individual should have also a proven aptitude of developing lateral & innovative solutions with strong understanding of the physics & mathematical constructs. He/She must be eager to publish in high quality conferences & journals and also work in a global team of experienced and dynamic researches to develop the next generation of imaging. Should be a team player with good communication skills.

Desired Characteristics
Candidates should have a strong physics orientation, understanding of mathematical concepts & formulations with desirably good C/C++ skills, and familiarity of open source tool kits.

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