Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Medical Imaging

University of Arizona

life insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Nov 21, 2024

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Medical Imaging
Posting Number	req21271
Department	Medical Imaging
Department Website Link	https://medicalimaging.medicine.arizona.edu/
Location	University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address	1501 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA
Position Highlights	A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Russell S. Witte, PhD in the Department of Medical Imaging at the University of Arizona (Tucson, AZ). The successful candidate will assume a lead role in developing acoustoelectric brain imaging technology, combining ultrasound with radiofrequency sensing to map electrical currents in the body. The successful applicant will work closely with a team of engineers and physician scientists to build and validate bench-top imaging systems before translation to the clinic for further evaluation and refinement. Applicants must be able to work a flexible schedule, including shifts, evenings, and weekends. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Develop imaging protocols using a programmable ultrasound platform (Verasonics). Apply advanced principles in US signal processing and beamforming. Solve inverse problems in ultrasound and bioelectricity. Analyze multidimensional datasets. Conduct experiments in tissue-mimicking phantoms, biological tissue, animals or humans. Produce high quality publications and mentor team of graduate and undergraduate students. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Self-motivated and able to work independently in a multidisciplinary environment. Fluency in English with excellent writing and presentation skills.
Minimum Qualifications	PhD in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Optical Sciences, Applied Physics or related field. At least three publications in biomedical imaging and/or advanced signal processing. At least four years' experience working with hardware and instrumentation.
Preferred Qualifications	Track record of quality publications in biomedical imaging involving ultrasound, signal processing, and imaging systems. Experience with Vantage open platform ultrasound system by Verasonics. 4+ years' experience with bioinstrumentation (e.g., oscilloscope, function generator, scanner). 4+ years' experience in Matlab/C++ or Labview. 2+ years' experience with acoustic modeling software. Experience with any of following: acoustoelectric imaging, electrical impedance imaging, EEG current source analysis, functional brain imaging, solving inverse problems, electrophysiology, ultrasound signal processing, pulse encoding and reconstruction, radar, K-Wave, FOCUS, Field-II, SolidWorks, 3D printing.
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Research
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Russ Witte \| rwitte@arizona.edu
Open Date	11/21/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
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