Manager, PTR-Bioimage Analysis

About the Role:

Advanced imaging techniques at HHMI Janelia Research Campus produce large amounts of image data that require at-scale analysis to extract useful information about the biological structures or animal behaviors. The PTR-Bioimage Analysis team within Project Technical Resources (PTR) collaborates with the AI@HHMI initiative, Team Projects, and Janelia laboratories to provide ground truth data and analysis support for a broad spectrum of projects. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with strong scientific interest and background in 3D/4D image analysis to manage these projects and technicians in the PTR-Bioimage Analysis team. This role is ideal for somebody with strong collaborative and organizational skills, who wants to engage in cutting edge science and also enjoys guiding and developing others.

Please include a cover letter with your application detailing your qualifications and experience.

What We Provide:

• Access to pioneering biological image data generated by light level or electron microscopy, including videos from animal behavioral experiments.

• A collaborative and supportive research environment.

• A diverse team looking forward to your contributions to strengthen PTR’s ability to support science at Janelia.

• Amenities that enhance work-life balance such as on-site childcare, a free gym, on-campus housing, social and dining spaces, and a convenient shuttle bus service to Janelia from the Washington D.C. metro area.

What You'll Do:

• Project management for multiple efforts, including coordination of timelines, tracking progress, organizing training resources, and maintaining shared project materials.

• Manage a group of approximately 10 PTR technicians involved in annotation projects, working closely with the Senior Manager of PTR.

• Apply and gain further in-depth knowledge of using commercial (e.g. Amira, Webknossos) and custom annotation software (e.g. Paintera).

• Contribute to data production by collecting relevant data from 2D, 3D, or 4D images.

• Perform computer automated analysis and quality control on large data sets.

• Liaise effectively with other groups at Janelia to manage multiple image analysis projects supported by PTR, including timely and effective reporting to stakeholders.

What You Bring:

• PhD degree in the field of biology/biomedical imaging or computer science and a minimum of 3 years post-PhD experience (academic, core facility, or industry).

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in the areas of image acquisition, image processing, and computer-assisted image analysis.

• Prior experience in leadership and people management.

• Prior experience managing a budget.

• Good organizational skills for project management.

• Intermediate level programming skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate efficiently with team members and collaborators.

• Work experience in a team-oriented environment and skills to be a good team player.

• Interest in engaging in ground-breaking research in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Physical Requirements:

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). This position also requires:

• Good color vision

• Ability to visualize in 3D

• Ability to sit for several hours at a computer or microscope (with breaks)

• Fine motor skills

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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