Director, Cardiovascular Nutrition & Imaging Research

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement plan

Career development

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine seeks an open-rank faculty member to advance translational cardiovascular research using noninvasive imaging (MRI) and AI tools. The role includes teaching across levels, conducting interdisciplinary studies, and contributing to grant proposals.

Applicants should have a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent, strong data analysis, and proven scientific writing ability.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent in cardiovascular science or related discipline.
• Experience with noninvasive imaging modalities (MRI) in clinical or research settings.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret statistical analyses relevant to biomedical research.
• Strong scientific writing skills with experience preparing manuscripts or grant proposals.
• Familiarity with image processing software and interest in developing or applying AI/machine learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate, graduate and early career investigators seeking opportunities in cardiovascular medicine.
• Conduct research at the interface of cardiometabolic disease and noninvasive imaging; apply AI tools to imaging workflows.
• Write scientific manuscripts and pursue grant funding; present findings at meetings and publish abstracts.
• Collaborate with faculty, fellows and staff to support research and educational missions.
• Supervise staff involved in grant preparation activities and participate in committees.

Skills

Noninvasive imaging

Statistical analysis

Scientific writing

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent in cardiovascular science

Tools

Image processing software

AI/ML tools

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine seeks an open-rank faculty member to advance translational cardiovascular research using noninvasive imaging (MRI) and AI tools. The role includes teaching across levels, conducting interdisciplinary studies, and contributing to grant proposals.

Applicants should have a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent, strong data analysis, and proven scientific writing ability.