Work environment
The employer is a multinational company in the healthcare, specializing in high frequency X-ray imaging systems. The project is managed by the R&D team located in Bologna (Italy) and leaded by a PhD physicist, who will be the reference point for the consultant.
Subject of investigation
The project aims to develop an innovative computed tomography system for soft tissues. With the support of the R&D team for the physical part (regarding the radiation generation and the radiation-matter interactions involved), the consultant will perform a Proof of Concept with the following steps:
- simulation of the experimental subject with simplified human-like dummies;
- simulation of a simplified tomographic setup including the radiation source, the detector and the rotation of the dummy;
- simulation of the tomographic projections;
- tomographic reconstruction of the dummy;
- investigation and development of the best possible reconstruction algorithms to reach the goal.
Tasks
The consultant will be required to:
- investigate tomographic algorithms applicable to the subject matter;
- choose the most promising one with respect to the set-up and goals of the project;
- develop the algorithm until the concept can be proved or, if the proof will have a negative outcome, to carefully present scientific arguments against the feasibility of the project.
Required skills
- Experience with image reconstruction algorithms, preferably for tomography and preferably – but not mandatorily – for life-sciences applications.
- Strong mathematical background.
- Professional proficiency in spoken and written English and/or Italian.
Type of contract
The consultant will be hired by the non-profit Consortium for Technology Transfer C2T (promotor of Find Your Doctor and contractor of the consultancy) for the duration of the project. A positive outcome of the consultancy will open to a permanent position at the destination company.
Commitment
The estimated duration of the project is 3-6 months, depending on the consultant’s experience and availability. The official duration will be defined together with the best candidates after a technical interview. Smart working is allowed.
Salary
The estimated gross salary is 10,000 Euros + 5,500 Euros as a “success prize” if the goals described in the above section “Tasks” are reached. Small variations in the incomes could be discussed depending on the candidate’s experience and after a joint technical assessment.
How to apply
Send an e-mail to Questo indirizzo email è protetto dagli spambots. È necessario abilitare JavaScript per vederlo. with the following subject: R&D07- Tomographic images reconstruction algorithms, including a CV and a cover letter that highlights significant experiences consistent with what is requested. Temporal availability to start the collaboration should also be declared.
Priority will be given to Find Your Doctor registered users with an updated Profile page on the website (please upload publications list separately from the CV).
Applications will be accepted until the right candidate is found and not later than February 25, 2019.
This search is urgent: we suggest interested candidates to promptly apply.
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✅ THIS JOB IS FOR YOU IF:
- you know about image reconstruction algorithms and want to apply your knowledge to something real, that can improve people’s health;
- you like the idea of cooperate with the R&D department of a major company;
- you are target-oriented and determined to reach your goals;
- you do have time enough to take the job seriously, make yourself available for collaboration and confrontation with the R&D team and respect the deadlines;
- you are interested in an R&D permanent position in a technological enterprise.
❌ THIS JOB IS NOT FOR YOU IF:
- you have no specific knowledge and do not match the job requirements;
- you are not target-oriented and cannot work independently;
- you have no time and could not be available for your collaborators in the company.