• Full time (35 hours week)
• 2-year fixed term contract, possible extension
• $110,073-$119,132 + 17% super + leave loading

The Opportunity

The Technical Officer for Image Processing and Analysis will bring additional data evaluation expertise to the UNSW pre-clinical Imaging facility, the Biological Resources Imaging Lab (BRIL) to support our users in image analysis, helping them to retrieve research relevant, quantitative imaging biomarkers from data acquired on our imaging instruments.

The position will contribute to the implementation and maintenance of BRIL IT systems for image analysis and provide support for a wide range of processing software tools to extract image information for pre-clinical research projects.

The role will work closely with facility users and other facility staff to provide and customize software packages to cover the full processing pipeline from raw instrument data to processed research outcomes, including image transfer, conversion, structural analysis (co-registration, segmentation, etc.) and biomarker quantification of images from user research projects.

The Position reports to the Head of the Biological Resources Imaging Laboratory and has no direct reports. 

The Organisation

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re Australia’s number one university for impact and among the nation’s Top 20 employers.

Benefits and Culture: 

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to benefits including:

• Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements  
• Affordable on-campus parking

About the successful applicant

You have a degree (BSc or MSc) in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Imaging Science, or a related field, with a strong foundation in signal and image analysis or informatics, as well as experience in signal and image processing algorithms in medical or pre-clinical domain. You’ll also be able to demonstrate the following Skills and Experience:

• Solid understanding of the operational principles of clinical and pre-clinical imaging modalities, including MRI, CT, and PET, and experience in data post-processing for structural and molecular/tracer imaging, specifically in MRI, optical imaging, and/or nuclear medicine (PET/SPECT).
• Implementing and using advanced image processing software packages (such as 3D Slicer, FSL, MRTrix, Camino, SPM, etc.), as well as the ability to support the management and operation of scientific IT infrastructure.
• Strong programming skills in scientific applications (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Octave, Java, C/C++) and familiarity with relevant image processing libraries are required. You should also have knowledge of software administration, management, and deployment tools, including version control, virtual environments, and containerisation.
• Working with, training, and supporting others in image analysis within a multidisciplinary research environment. High-level consultation and communication skills to build effective working relationships both within and outside your immediate team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to plan and deliver multiple research projects with minimal supervision to deliver research outcomes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present analytical results, write scientific reports, and liaise with diverse stakeholders. A commitment to health and safety responsibilities and participation in relevant training is also expected.
• Finally, experience in contributing to successful external funding applications for research projects and infrastructure will be an advantage.

Pre-employment checks required for this position

• Verification of qualifications

To Apply: If supporting multidisciplinary research in a Biological Resources Imaging facility in a G08 university is of interest to you, please submit your CV, Cover Letter and your Response to Skills and Experience required (see the Position Description) via the APPLY button.

Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.

Contact: Shiree Thomas - Talent Acquisition Consultant shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au

Applications close:  11.55pm, Tuesday 22nd April 2025

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.