University of Virginia · 1 day ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Advanced Neuroimaging Methods
Charlottesville, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelThe University of Virginia is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in advanced MRI acquisition, analysis, and modeling. The successful candidate will work on developing and validating cutting-edge MRI techniques for imaging neurofluids and brain microstructure, with applications in neurodegenerative disorders.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Work on the development, validation, and translation of MRI techniques for imaging slow-flowing neurofluids and brain microstructure
Support broader efforts to understand brain clearance mechanisms and their relationship to traumatic brain injury and long-term neurological health
Create new imaging methodologies with improved sensitivity and specificity to study the interaction of neurofluids and neurodegeneration
Combine advanced acquisition, reconstruction, and modeling approaches
Qualification
Required
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree, preferably a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, computer science, medical physics, neuroscience, or a related field
Candidates should have a strong analytical foundation and demonstrate a high level of creativity in problem-solving and research design
First-hand experience with MRI acquisition and reconstruction—particularly diffusion or dynamic imaging—is highly desirable
Strong programming abilities in languages such as Python or MATLAB
Postdoctoral employment is normally limited to an individual who has been awarded a doctoral degree within the previous five years
Preferred
Experience with pulse sequence development is especially beneficial
Preference will be given to candidates who have prior experience in brain clearance research, glymphatic imaging, or traumatic brain injury
Familiarity with high-gradient MRI systems or multi-shell diffusion modeling
Hands-on experience with neuroimaging software such as FSL, ANTs, SPM, or AFNI
A demonstrated interest in translational neuroscience and the development of imaging biomarkers is highly valued
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University of Virginia
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