St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Image Data Scientist – Center of Excellence for Structural Cell Biology

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: TennesseeUnited States

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Salary

💰 $78,000 - $139,360 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Develop and implement automated and semi-automated segmentation pipelines for volume EM datasets (FIB-SEM and TEM tomography)
  • Apply and adapt machine learning and deep learning techniques for feature detection, instance segmentation, and 3D reconstruction
  • Perform quantitative image analysis, including morphometric and spatial characterization of cellular and organellar structures
  • Manage large imaging datasets using high-performance computing and scalable data workflows
  • Document and disseminate computational methods, contributing to open-source tools and scientific publications
  • Support training and mentorship of staff and collaborators in image analysis workflows.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in applied mathematics, physics, chemistry, bioinformatics, computer science, data science, computer engineering or related field required
  • Master's degree preferred
  • 1+ years of work experience in relevant area (e.g., applied mathematics, physics, chemistry, bioinformatics, computer science, data science, computer engineering) required
  • Experience in image analyses, image data management, and programming (e.g., Python, R, Matlab, Java, C/C++)
  • Experience in image analysis platforms (e.g., ImageJ/Fiji, CellProfiler)
  • Experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow is a plus
  • PhD or equivalent degree in Structural Biology, Biophysics, Biochemistry, Cell Biology or a related field preferred
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Benefits
  • Work-life balance with generous paid time-off
  • On-campus conveniences that make life easier

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
machine learningdeep learningfeature detectioninstance segmentation3D reconstructionquantitative image analysismorphometric analysisspatial characterizationprogrammingimage analysis
Soft skills
problem-solvingindependent workinterdisciplinary collaborationcommunicationmentorship
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeMaster's degreePhD