Associate or Full Professor Neuroimager Faculty Position

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a full-time tenure track Investigator in Human Neuroimaging. This role offers the opportunity to lead innovative research focused on cognition, brain aging, and dementia treatments. With access to state-of-the-art imaging facilities, the selected candidate will conduct impactful research and contribute to a collaborative environment dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field. If you are passionate about neuroimaging and eager to make a difference, this position provides a unique platform to thrive in a supportive academic setting.

Qualifications

• Strong record of research productivity and grant funding in neuroimaging.
• Demonstrated collaboration and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research and secure funding.
• Lead the ADRC Imaging Core for MCCNAD research projects.

Skills

Neuroimaging

Research Productivity

Grant Funding

Collaboration

Mentoring Skills

Education

PhD

MD

Tools

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Positron Emission Tomography (PET)

Job description

Job ID

50851

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Job Description

The Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer's Disease (MCCNAD) and the Department of Radiology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (FSM) seek a full-time tenure track Investigator at the rank of Associate or Full Professor in Human Neuroimaging, emphasizing Magnetic Resonance Imaging and/or Positron Emission Tomography.

The ideal candidate will have an active research program aligned with MCCNAD's mission, which focuses on patient care, understanding cognition and brain aging, and developing treatments for dementia. The appointment will be in the Department of Radiology, which is dedicated to education, research, and patient care. Facilities include two 3T Siemens Prisma MR scanners dedicated to research and several PET/CT and PET/MR scanners at Northwestern Medicine, Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research and secure funding.
• Lead the ADRC Imaging Core, supporting imaging needs for MCCNAD research projects.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess a PhD, MD, or equivalent, with a strong record of research productivity and grant funding in neuroimaging related to aging or dementia. They should demonstrate collaboration, diversity of thought, and mentoring skills.

Application Details

Start date is negotiable; position remains open until filled. Applicants should upload a CV, research statement, teaching and mentoring philosophy, cover letter, and references list as a single PDF. Applications are accepted only online.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations during the application process, contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance.