The Gerencser lab at the Buck Institute seeks a PhD-level Scientific Data Analyst/Programmer with expertise in microscopy-based image processing, machine vision, and data operations supporting high-throughput small molecule screening. The lab integrates cell biology, advanced microscopy, robotic automation, and single-cell gene expression techniques to investigate mitochondrial function in health and aging. Current efforts focus on defining youthful and aging-related cellular phenotypes and understanding mitochondrial regulation in pancreatic β-cells in type 2 diabetes. The successful candidate will develop and apply image-analysis pipelines, integrate imaging data with internal and external databases, and contribute to collaborative projects across Buck laboratories. This role involves developing and implementing algorithms, automated workflows, and analytical tools for modern microscopy and high-content imaging. Projects rely heavily on AI-based and classical segmentation methods, object detection, image registration, and object tracking. The lab uses automated microscopes and a fully robotic high-throughput screening system, generating large datasets requiring scalable, automated pipelines. Training will be provided in experimental technologies, and the candidate will also participate in experiment execution and data interpretation. The Buck Institute is dedicated to extending human healthspan by addressing the biological mechanisms of aging. As a leading independent non-profit research institute in Marin County, CA, the Buck brings together experts across multiple disciplines to prevent or delay age-related diseases, including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applicants who will contribute to the diversity of our community. Core facilities supporting our research include Microscopy (directed by Dr. Akos Gerencser), Bioinformatics, Flow Cytometry, Single Cell Genomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics, and Mouse Phenotyping and Behavior.