Positions Available

 Principal Investigator Position in Bioimaging Informatics

The Imaging Informatics Division at the Bioinformatics Institute (BII), Agency of Science and Technology Research (A*STAR), Republic of Singapore, invites applications for a junior or senior principal-investigator (PI) position in the area of bioimage informatics. The successful candidate will establish and lead an independent research team in the division that focuses on the development of automated image analysis methods of cells/tissues and their application for the understanding of biomolecular mechanisms in a biologically or clinically relevant problem, for example in cancer biology, developmental biology, cell biology, systems biology or biomechanics.

BII has a strong focus on internationally competitive fundamental research as well as on translational outreach towards clinical and industrial applications. The Imaging Informatics Division is multi-disciplinary with a wide range of expertise in computer vision and machine learning and its relevance with regard to developmental biology, systems biology and clinical medicine. Advanced computer and microscopic facilities are available within BII.

Interested candidates with the following credentials may send an email application to Dr. Lee Hwee Kuan :

• Ph.D. degree in a relevant area and a notable publication record,
• Strong analytical skills, especially in the area of bioimage informatics applications.
• Experienced in combining computational methodologies with biological experimental work to further biological discoveries.

Interested applicants should send their CV, statement of research interests and the names and addresses of three references. The application is expected to be accompanied with the outline of a research project that the applicant plans to work on during his time as PI in BII. We are looking for a candidate who is independent-minded, can work well in a team environment, and willing to collaborate with experimental laboratories.

The job scope includes:

• Application of automated bioimage analysis to a relevant biological or clinical problem with the goal of elucidating genome-phenotype relationships and the mechanisms linking the two.
• Recruit and lead an independent group.
• Involvement in education of PhD students and, to a minor degree, of MSc students.

The position provides a three-year unlimitedly renewable contract with competitive benefits. The search will continue until the position is filled (at least until 30th June 2012). For more information, please visit The Imaging Informatics Division. Applications and inquiries should be sent to Dr. Lee Hwee Kuan (leehk@bii.a-star.edu.sg)..
 

 A Postdoc Researcher position in Computer Vision and Machine
 Learning for bioimage analysis

A Postdoc researcher position is available in the Machine Learning for Bioimage Analysis Group, Bioinformatics Institute, Singapore. We are seeking a highly motivated applicant to develop novel computer vision and machine learning algorithms for solving bioimage analysis related problems, including but not restricting to segmenting, recognizing, and tracking cellular and sub-cellular objects from microscopic images. We have been collaborating with leading biologists in the field and there are ample opportunities to publish high impact research work. Candidates with the following skills/criteria are preferred:

1. PhD with demonstrated ability to conduct high quality research in computer vision and machine learning.
2. A track record of publications in top venues.
3. Strong programming skill in Java/C++.
4. Good communication skills and a team player.
5. Background in biology is *not required*. However, candidate should be willing to learn basic domain knowledge.

The start date is flexible and is expected to be around June 2012. The position is for 2 years with a good possibility for renewal.

Applications including a cover letter and CV can be sent through email to chengli@bii.a-star.edu.sg.

About Us: We are an inter-disciplinary research group working in computer vision and machine learning with applications to bioimage analysis. Our institute, Bioinformatics Institute, is located in a research hub with a number of renowned biological research institutions, in the beautiful city nation of Singapore. More information can be found at the following websites: http://www.bii.a-star.edu.sg/research/iig/mlba.php