JOB DESCRIPTION
The CRUK Cancer Imaging Centre is focused on the development of quantitative imaging biomarkers for the assessment of drugs mechanisms, disease heterogeneity, and therapy response, using a wide range of imaging techniques. The Pre-Clinical Molecular Imaging group is currently being established under Dr Gabriela Kramer-Marek between the Division of Radiotherapy and Imaging & Division of Cancer Therapeutics.
We are currently looking for an In Vivo Imaging Specialist to support the pre-clinical radiopharmaceutical imaging facility by developing and applying innovative imaging approaches to evaluate new anti-cancer drugs in animal cancer models. The post requires involvement in day-to-day support of PET, SPECT and CT components of pre-clinical scanners as well as development and validation of novel imaging measurement and analysis technologies.
The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up experiments, for analysis and interpretation of data as well as providing training, supervision and support for other facility users. The applicant should have experience in theoretical and practical aspects of relevant functional in vivo imaging technologies and be familiar with image analysis software. He/she should have a background in radiation physics and image analysis or similar. Previous experience with maintenance and calibration of imaging systems is desirable.
We expect the candidate to be well-organized, work independently, and possess a strong ability to solve methodological problems. The key selection criterion will be the motivation of the candidate and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team to support research with a high level of intellectual creativity, persistence and dedication.
The appointment will be for up to 3 years in the first instance with a starting salary in the range of £31,078 to £36,153 p.a. inclusive, depending on experience and benefits from a contributory career revalued benefits pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement.
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DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential Skills and Experience
- M.Sc. in physics, medical physics, bioengineering, or similar
- Familiar with image analysis software
- A good knowledge of PET/SPECT/CT imaging modalities and mathematical modelling
- Past experience in analysis of clinical or pre-clinical image data
- Possess a strong ability to solve methodological problems
- Good collaborative and communication skills
- Well-organized, good communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with other team members
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and support research with a high level of intellectual creativity, persistence and dedication
- Highly self-motivated and strong desire for scientific excellence
- Methodical and hard working
- Can prioritise work to meet deadlines
Desired Skills and Experience
- Post qualification laboratory experience
- Experience and understanding of imaging techniques (PET/CT, optical imaging) applied to novel therapeutic drugs D
- Familiarity with data modelling techniques and the use of relevant software D
- Experience with pre-clinical models such as xenografts