Postdoctoral Research Associate I, Medical Imaging

University of Arizona - Tucson, AZ

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Tucson, AZ

Educational Services

About the position

The Postdoctoral Research Associate I position in Medical Imaging at the University of Arizona involves leading the development of acoustoelectric brain imaging technology. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineers and physician scientists to create and validate imaging systems that combine ultrasound with radiofrequency sensing, ultimately aiming for clinical application. This role requires flexibility in working hours, including evenings and weekends, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Develop imaging protocols using a programmable ultrasound platform (Verasonics™).
• Apply advanced principles in ultrasound 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 a team of graduate and undergraduate students.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• 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 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members
• Access to recreation and cultural activities