Research Scientist-Computed Tomography

Job Title Research Scientist-Computed Tomography Job Description As an important member of the Computed Tomography (CT) Imaging Physics and Algorithm team, the Research Scientist will develop innovative physics-based solutions/corrections and support medical imaging platform needs by leading image quality improvements in CT by developing cutting edge Photon Counting systems. Your role: • Apply system-level engineering approach to develop CT/X-ray imaging features, focusing on signal and image processing, CT reconstruction, and calibration to optimize image quality. Leverages strong systems-level and scanner experience to ensure end-to-end performance across the imaging chain. • Investigate and resolve image quality issues during product introduction and from the installed base, communicating findings clearly to stakeholders. Delivers 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. Works primarily in MATLAB, with increasing use of Python and optional C++ for performance-critical components. • Maintain expertise in CT physics and advanced processing algorithms, with strong emphasis on photon-counting CT as a top priority. Brings additional knowledge in spectral, dual-energy, and multi-energy CT, as well as cone beam CT, enabling improved material differentiation and image quality optimization. • Drive innovation by owning the CT imaging physics roadmap and aligning with business strategy across clinical, marketing, and systems teams. Stays current on emerging technologies such as AI/deep learning, contributes to IP and publications, and represents the organization in regulatory and industry engagements. You're the right fit if: • You have 2+ years of combined professional and graduate-level research experience in Physics/Medical Imaging (CT and/or X-ray preferred) as an individual contributor. • You have a minimum of a Master's in Physics, Mathematics, Biomedical, Electrical, or Nuclear Engineering (or related field), with a background in the theory of medical image formation and reconstruction (preferred). • You bring expertise in CT/X-ray imaging, signal and image processing, CT reconstruction, calibration, and systems-level/scanner understanding.  Differentiating skills include experience with photon counting and/or spectral CT (dual-/multi-energy imaging), as well as cone beam CT, physics-based simulation, and hands-on prototype or scanner work. • You are experienced in MATLAB (primary), Python (increasing use), and C++ (preferred), including GUI and C-MEX functionality, and familiarity with AI/deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow preferred). • You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document and clearly explain complex algorithms, imaging chain trade-offs, and cross-functional impacts to non-specialists. • You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position .  Travel up to 10% may be required. How we work together: We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations. This is an office-based role. About Philips: We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody everywhere has acces