Student Researcher

Job Description

Student Researcher | Utah Valley University

The Tone:
This is a part-time student researcher role at Utah Valley University, located in Orem, UT. The Computer Science department is expanding its research team with opportunities funded by a National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant. This position focuses on cutting-edge research to reduce metal artifacts in x-ray Computed Tomography (CT), a critical area in medical imaging. The role offers a unique chance for students to contribute directly to impactful scientific work and significantly enhance their practical knowledge.

The TL;DR
• Role: Part Time
• Type: Part-time (maximum 10 hours per week)
• Location: Orem, UT

• Team: Computer Science Department, reporting to Dr. Larry Zeng
• Mission: Develop and implement solutions for metal artifact reduction in x-ray Computed Tomography.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Contribute: Support cutting-edge research projects within the Computer Science Department.
• Execute: Work directly on research related to metal artifact reduction in x-ray CT.
• Collaborate: Partner closely with Dr. Larry Zeng to develop and implement research solutions.
• Learn: Actively participate in a learning environment to enhance existing knowledge.
• Develop: Acquire new skills in advanced research areas relevant to medical imaging.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Current UVU student at the time of application and throughout employment. Career level: Early Career.
• Experience: Demonstrable great interest in machine learning, which is foundational to the research project.
• Skills: Basic understanding and knowledge of Machine Learning concepts and applications.
• Bonus: Basic understanding and knowledge in Blockchain technologies.