Research Scientist-Computed Tomography

Philips•Orange, CA

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of the Computed Tomography (CT) Imaging Physics and Algorithm team, the Research Scientist develops physics-based solutions and corrections and supports medical imaging platform needs. The role leads CT image-quality improvements, including development of photon-counting systems, and uses a system-level engineering approach across the imaging chain. The position focuses on CT and X-ray imaging features, signal and image processing, CT reconstruction, and calibration. It investigates image-quality issues during product introduction and in the installed base, communicates findings to stakeholders, and delivers safe, effective, well-documented solutions based on rigorous data analysis. The role also develops and enhances R&D tools for physics-based simulation and image formation, including benchmarks, dataflow requirements, and Software Requirement Specifications. Work is primarily in MATLAB, with increasing use of Python and optional C++ for performance-critical components. The Research Scientist maintains expertise in CT physics and advanced processing algorithms, with photon-counting CT as a top priority, and applies additional knowledge of spectral, dual-energy, multi-energy, and cone-beam CT. The role owns the CT imaging physics roadmap and aligns it with business strategy across clinical, marketing, and systems teams. It also tracks emerging technologies such as AI and deep learning, contributes to intellectual property and publications, and represents the organization in regulatory and industry engagements. This is an office-based position. Office-based teams work in person at least three days per week. Candidates must reside in or within commuting distance of Orange, Ohio. Travel of up to 10% may be required.

Requirements

At least 2 years of combined professional and graduate-level research experience in Physics or Medical Imaging (CT and/or X-ray preferred), as an individual contributor.
A minimum of a Master's degree in Physics, Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field.
Expertise in CT/X-ray imaging, signal and image processing, CT reconstruction, calibration, and systems-level or scanner understanding.
Experience with MATLAB; Python is increasingly used in the role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document and explain complex algorithms, imaging-chain trade-offs, and cross-functional impacts to non-specialists.
Ability to perform the position's minimum physical, cognitive, and environmental job requirements, with or without accommodation.
US work authorization; the company will not consider candidates who require work-authorized visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Residence in or within commuting distance of Orange, Ohio.

Nice To Haves

Background in the theory of medical image formation and reconstruction.
Experience with photon-counting and/or spectral CT, including dual-energy or multi-energy imaging.
Experience with cone-beam CT, physics-based simulation, and hands-on prototype or scanner work.
C++ experience, including GUI and C-MEX functionality.
Familiarity with AI/deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.

Responsibilities

Develop CT/X-ray imaging features using a system-level engineering approach, focusing on signal and image processing, CT reconstruction, and calibration.
Lead CT image-quality improvements, including development of photon-counting systems, and ensure end-to-end imaging-chain performance.
Investigate and resolve image-quality issues during product introduction and in the installed base, and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.
Deliver safe, effective, and well-documented solutions based on rigorous data analysis.
Develop and enhance R&D tools for physics-based simulation and image formation, including benchmarks, dataflow requirements, and Software Requirement Specifications.
Maintain expertise in CT physics and advanced processing algorithms, with photon-counting CT as a top priority.
Own the CT imaging physics roadmap and align it with business strategy across clinical, marketing, and systems teams.
Stay current on emerging technologies such as AI and deep learning, contribute to intellectual property and publications, and represent the organization in regulatory and industry engagements.