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An exciting opportunity has become available for a research assistant to investigate novel deep neural networks that significantly minimize the impact of image artifacts on clinical ultrasound images.

 

The role of the research assistant in this project will be to develop and implement deep learning-based algorithms for physics-informed removal of image artifacts, such as acoustic shadows, speckle, and scattering. 

 

The successful candidate will hold a first degree in computer science or medical engineering. You are expected to have knowledge of deep learning applied to ultrasound imaging data, particularly for the application of artifact removal. Proficiency in Python programming using deep learning libraries (e.g., Pytorch) are also required. 

 

All applicants must complete an application form and submit a CV and supporting statement. 

 

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 13 November 2023. Interviews are expected to be held in November. 

 

We are a Stonewall Silver Employer, Living Wage, holding an Athena Swan Bronze Award, HR excellence in Research and Race Equality Charter Bronze Award.

 

Our staff and students come from all over the world and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diversity groups and champions, for example http://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/aboutus/women-cs-oxford/index.html , as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example shared parental leave. 

 

Demonstrating a commitment to provide equality of opportunity. We would particularly welcome applications from women and black and minority ethnic applicants who are currently under-represented within the Computer Science Department. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.
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Grade and salary Grade 6: £32,332 - £38,205 per annum Hours Full time (part time can be considered) Contract type Fixed-term for up to 1 year Reporting to Professor Ana Namburete Vacancy Reference 169235 Research topic Physics-informed ultrasound image artifact removal Principal Investigator / Professor Ana Namburete supervisor Project team Project web site Funding partner Recent publications Oxford Machine Learning in Neuroimaging Laboratory (OMNI) https://omni.cs.ox.ac.uk/ ; https://pakheiyeung.github.io/ImplicitVol_wp/ The funds supporting this research project are provided by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Yeung et al. ImplicitVol: Sensorless 3D ultrasound reconstruction with deep implicit representation. Medical Image Analysis 2023 (accepted) [arXiv] [project page] Overview of the role Live imaging is an essential diagnostic tool in modern medicine. Two-dimensional (2D) ultrasound is a fast, safe, and affordable tool, making it ideal to monitor the baby in the womb, and to detect any brain abnormalities during pregnancy. However, ultrasound images are affected by artifacts such as acoustic shadows, speckle, and scattering which hamper the visibility of internal structures. Removal of these image artifacts could bolster the utility of ultrasound as a screening tool in a range of medical applications. An exciting opportunity has become available for a research assistant to investigate novel deep neural networks that significantly minimise the impact of image artifacts on routinely acquired ultrasound images. Our clinical partner for this project is the Leiden University Medical Centre (LUMC, Leiden, Netherlands). With expertise in quantitative brain imaging and obstetric scanning, the LUMC represent the best possible partnership for building confidence in the algorithms developed during the project for clinical uptake. The postholder will have the opportunity to work closely with obstetricians to develop state-of-art algorithms for ultrasound acquisition and image reconstruction. The post-holder will be expected to develop and implement deep learning-based algorithms for physics-informed removal of image artifacts. They will be expected to disseminate findings at conferences and in journal publications, and interact fruitfully with local and international researchers. Ideally, the candidate will also be willing to participate in, and contribute to, grant submissions. Professor Namburete will oversee this project and meet with the post-holder regularly to review progress against agreed milestones. Responsibilities/duties  Manage own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues  Contribute to wider project planning, including ideas for new research projects  Determine the most appropriate methodologies to test hypotheses, and identify suitable alternatives if technical problems arise  Gather, analyse, and present scientific data from a variety of sources  Contribute to scientific reports and journal articles and the presentation of data/papers at conferences  Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone  Contribute to discussions and share research findings with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups Selection criteria Essential  Hold a first degree in Computer Science or Medical Engineering, together with some relevant experience (e.g., MSc research)  Knowledge and experience of deep learning applied to fetal ultrasound images  Experience of developing algorithms for artifact reduction in ultrasound images  Experience of physics-informed machine learning 2  Familiarity with deep learning libraries, including (but not limited to) Pytorch  Aptitude to work independently, to lead on project deliverables, and manage a discrete area of a research project  Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write text that can be published, present data at conferences, and represent the research group at meetings Desirable  Experience of contributing to research publications  Aptitude to contribute ideas to patent generation Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. 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"""An exciting opportunity has become available for a research assistant to investigate novel deep neural networks that significantly minimize the impact of image artifacts on clinical ultrasound images. The role of the research assistant in this project will be to develop and implement deep learning-based algorithms for physics-informed removal of image artifacts, such as acoustic shadows, speckle, and scattering. The successful candidate will hold a first degree in computer science or medical engineering. You are expected to have knowledge of deep learning applied to ultrasound imaging data, particularly for the application of artifact removal. Proficiency in Python programming using deep learning libraries (e.g., Pytorch) are also required. All applicants must complete an application form and submit a CV and supporting statement. **The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 13 November 2023.** Interviews are expected to be held in November. **We are a Stonewall Silver Employer, Living Wage, holding an Athena Swan Bronze Award, HR excellence in Research and Race Equality Charter Bronze** **Award.** Our staff and students come from all over the world and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diversity groups and champions, for example http://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/aboutus/women-cs-oxford/index.html , as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example shared parental leave. Demonstrating a commitment to provide equality of opportunity. We would particularly welcome applications from women and black and minority ethnic applicants who are currently under-represented within the Computer Science Department. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria. """ .