Dear Listers,
A colleague currently has the following postdoctoral job opening.
Apologies for the duplication to those also on the confocal listserv.
Regards,
Graham
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Graham Wright, PhD
Microscopy Unit Manager
Institute of Medical Biology
Position: Senior / Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Topic: Computional Bio-Image Analysis / Imaging Informatics
RI: Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, Biopolis, Singapore
The Central Imaging Facility at the Institute of Molecular and Cell
Biology (IMCB), Agency of Science and Technology Research (A*STAR),
Republic of Singapore,
invites applications for a senior / postdoctoral research fellow
position in the area of
computational bio-image analysis and imaging informatics. The
successful candidate will join a
multi-disciplinary research team led by Dr. Weimiao Yu. The team is
focused on understanding basic mechanisms
of cell migration through the development of quantitative and
automated image analysis
methods applicable to live cell imaging.
IMCB has a strong focus on internationally competitive fundamental
research as well as on translational outreach towards clinical and
industrial applications.
The Central Imaging Facility is a multi-disciplinary facility with a
wide range of expertises, notably
in computer vision and image processing, especially when applied to
cell biology, developmental
biology, systems biology and clinical medicine. State of the art
computer and microscopy facilities
are available.
Singapore has become a leading hub for life sciences research and
continually sees substantial private and state-sponsored investment in
science. Singapore is a
vibrant, multi-faceted and culturally rich state, ideally located in
the centre of South East Asia.
The successful candidate will have the following credentials:
• Ph.D. degree in a field relevant or applicable to image processing
and computer vision
• A good publication record
• Strong analytical skills, especially in the area of image processing
and analysis applications
• Experience in combining various computational methodologies
• Strong programming and algorithm development skills, preferably
including Matlab
Applications must include:
• Covering letter, with reference to the position applied for
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Full contact details of at least three recent professional referees
We are looking for a candidate who is independent-minded but can work
well in a team environment and who is willing to collaborate with
experimental laboratories.
The position provides a three-year contract with competitive salary
and benefits commensurate with experience. The institute will assist
successful applicants from
overseas with their work visa (Employment Pass). The position will
remain open until filled (at
least until 30th June 2012).
Applications and inquiries should be sent by email to Dr. Weimiao Yu
(
[hidden email])
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