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JOB TITLE: Associate Scientist, Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Translational Imaging
The Associate Scientist, Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Translational Imaging joins the Translational Imaging group within the Research Laboratories. This role focuses on developing advanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) approaches to investigate skeletal muscle physiology, metabolism, and health in metabolic disease. The researcher will design, optimize, and validate imaging acquisition and analysis workflows, contribute to MRI pulse sequence development, and interpret complex datasets using quantitative and computational approaches. Key technical requirements include a strong foundation in MRI physics, experience with pulse sequence programming, and proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C++. The work involves creating translational imaging technologies for noninvasive assessment of muscle composition and energetics in preclinical models, requiring collaboration across biology, pharmacology, and data science to solve metabolic disease research problems.
Develop and implement advanced MRI and MRS methodologies for preclinical research.
Design, optimize, and validate imaging acquisition and analysis workflows.
Contribute to MRI pulse sequence development and programming.
Analyze and interpret complex imaging datasets using quantitative and computational approaches.
Develop quantitative imaging biomarkers for noninvasive assessment of muscle composition and function.
Present research findings at scientific conferences and publish results in peer-reviewed journals.
Drive innovative research projects while developing scientific independence and technical leadership.
What we're looking for
Must currently hold a PhD or receive a PhD no later than spring 2027.
PhD must be in Physics, Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Imaging Science, Biophysics, Applied Mathematics, or a related quantitative discipline.
Must have a strong foundation in MRI physics and magnetic resonance theory.
Must have experience with MRI pulse sequence development and/or pulse sequence programming.
Must have experience with quantitative image analysis and scientific computing.
Must have programming experience in Python, MATLAB, C++, or related languages.
Must have demonstrated scientific productivity through publications and presentations.
Experience with ³¹P magnetic resonance spectroscopy and other advanced spectroscopy techniques (preferred).