Radiology Leads, OSIC Core Science Leadership Team
The Open Source Imaging Consortium (OSIC) is actively seeking Radiology Leads to join our Core Science Leadership Team. The newly-appointed radiology experts will join OSIC Pulmonology Lead Dr. Devin Brown (National Jewish Health) and OSIC Computational Lead Professor David Barber (University College London) in collaboration with a diverse team of expert members to tackle the challenges of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and other interstitial lung diseases (ILDs), and the technology needed to make progress.
OSIC Background and Overview
OSIC — a global 501(c)(3), not-for-profit cooperative effort between academia, industry and patient advocacy groups — was created to look at lung diseases differently, and to drive collaboration between unlikely partners. Our goal is to make rapid advances in the detection and diagnosis of IPF and other ILDs for the countless patients and their caregivers living with these diseases.
To accomplish this goal, OSIC brought together the best and brightest radiologists, clinicians, computational scientists, and industry competitors from around the world to help make progress in ways that hadn’t yet been considered. We built the OSIC Cloud Data Repository, the world’s largest and most diverse global data repository for ILDs, with more than 20,000 anonymized HRCT scans and accompanying clinical data committed to date from multiple institutions and databases. Through the use of digital imaging and machine learning (ML), OSIC members are utilizing this first-of-its-kind, curated database to help clinicians speed diagnosis, aid prognosis, and treat patients living with these diseases more efficiently and effectively.
We invite passionate individuals committed to contributing to this cause to apply.
Responsibilities
The leadership positions represent a unique opportunity for qualified candidates to make a significant impact on the future of OSIC radiology initiatives by collaborating with partners and ultimately enhancing healthcare outcomes through innovative imaging techniques and data science.
The new Radiology Leads will be expected to:
- Drive Radiological Imaging Initiatives Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and ML: Oversee the development and implementation of of AI-driven radiology imaging initiatives, including weekly operational meetings and strategies for the labeling and annotation of radiological images, with the goal of promoting the growth of the data cohorts available to members in the OSIC Cloud.
- Collaborate with OSIC’s Expert Members: Work closely with teams — data scientists, clinicians, and other stakeholders — to improve the integration of radiological data within clinical contexts. Attend conferences and represent OSIC in presentations and events.
- Drive Research: Encourage and support research initiatives that incorporate radiological imaging within OSIC-led programs and health data management, with access to our complete data repository for independent research endeavors.
- Provide Mentorship and Training: Guide and mentor team members and support educational initiatives within OSIC.
- Drive Stakeholder Engagement: Collaboration with partners, including associations, advocacy groups, academic institutions, and healthcare organizations to build partnerships and share best practices in radiology.
- Maintain High Standards: With the support of OSIC, ensure that all radiology practices align with the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct, adhering to regulatory compliance and quality assurance protocols.
Time Commitment
- 8 – 16 hours per month, baed on the requirements of ongoing initiatives
- Meetings will be scheduled according to the availability of the radiologists
Criteria
- Must be affiliated with an academic institution or hospital
- US candidates must be board certified
- Familiarity with OSIC and its mission
- Strong knowledge of and commitment to advancing imaging biomarkers, AI and ML
- Willingness to attend and engage in OSIC-sponsored events. Note: OSIC will cover travel expenses.
- Ability to participate in quarterly OSIC Board Meetings as necessary
- Open to collaboration with OSIC members to address various inquiries
Submission Process
To be considered for one of the positions, nominations should be submitted by a date to be determined. Once finalized, the deadline will be shared here. Submissions should be made through the online form below and include the following information:
- Contact information
- A statement detailing the candidate’s passion for this position (500 words or fewer)
- For self-nominations, a CV is required. For nominations by a recommender, OSIC will contact the nominee for their CV and confirm interest.
The positions will commence upon acceptance and formal announcement.
Contact Us
If you have questions or need more information about the Radiology Lead positions, the nomination process, or OSIC’s mission, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Radiology Lead Nomination Submission
Thank you for your interest in OSIC’s Radiology Lead positions. Please complete the form below to submit your nomination or application. Whether you’re nominating yourself or someone else, we look forward to reviewing your submission and appreciate your commitment to advancing innovation in radiology and interstitial lung disease research.
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