Post Doc Res Assoc

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences at the University of Utah invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in the Brain Network Lab. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team that spans radiology, psychology, biomedical engineering, and related disciplines to study biomarkers of neurodegenerative disorders using longitudinal neuroimaging datasets.

This role focuses on developing and applying advanced neuroimaging pipelines, including

Qualifications

• PhD completed or anticipated before start date in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Psychology, Computer Science, Medical Physics, or related field
• Evidence of research productivity including peer‑reviewed publications
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Experience with neuroimaging analysis methods and software (e.g., FreeSurfer, FSL, AFNI, ANTs, Connectome Workbench)
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, R, or related languages
• Experience with image processing, registration, machine learning, or computational neuroscience methods
• Interest in aging, neurodegenerative disease, developmental disabilities, or lifespan neuroscience

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to development and application of advanced neuroimaging analysis pipelines.
• Work on longitudinal structural MRI analysis and resting‑state functional MRI connectivity.
• Engage in multimodal image processing, registration, and quantitative analysis.
• Contribute to biomarker discovery using large‑scale longitudinal datasets.
• Collaborate across departments and mentor students and junior researchers.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical skills

Research productivity

Programming (Python, MATLAB, R)

Education

PhD in Neuroscience/ Biomedical Engineering/ Psychology/ CS/ Medical Physics

Tools

FreeSurfer

FSL

AFNI

ANTs

Connectome Workbench

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Announcement

Details

Open Date

Open Date 08/04/2026

Requisition Number

Requisition Number PRN45834B

Job Title

Job Title Post Doc Res Assoc

Working Title

Working Title Post Doc Res Assoc

Career Progression Track A00

FLSA Code

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary

Typically M-F 8-5

VP Area

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range $63,480

Close Date

Close Date 11/03/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences at the University of Utah invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in the Brain Network Lab. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary research team that includes faculty from radiology, psychology, biomedical engineering, and related disciplines. The Brain Network Lab is dedicated to understanding structural and functional brain changes across the lifespan. This position will contribute to the Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences’ growing research initiative focused on identifying the etiology and biomarkers of neurodegenerative disorders. Research projects will leverage unique longitudinal neuroimaging datasets available through the University of Utah and its collaborative research programs.

Responsibilities

Current projects focus on healthy aging, neurodegenerative diseases, and neurodevelopmental conditions, including developmental disabilities. The postdoctoral fellow will lead and contribute to the development and application of advanced neuroimaging analysis pipelines, including:

• Longitudinal structural MRI analysis
• Resting‑state functional MRI connectivity and network analysis
• Individualized brain parcellation and precision neuroimaging approaches
• Multimodal image processing, registration, and quantitative analysis
• Biomarker discovery using large‑scale longitudinal datasets

Training and Career Development

This position offers outstanding opportunities for multidisciplinary mentorship, scientific collaboration, and professional development. The fellow will work closely with investigators across multiple departments and will have access to extensive longitudinal imaging resources and computational infrastructure. Training will emphasize the development of independent research skills, grant writing, manuscript preparation, and career advancement toward academic, industry, or clinical research careers. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and consistent with current NIH postdoctoral stipend guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• PhD (completed or anticipated before the start date) in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Psychology, Computer Science, Medical Physics, or a related field
• Evidence of research productivity, including peer‑reviewed publications
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills

Preferred

• Experience with neuroimaging analysis methods and software (e.g., FreeSurfer, FSL, AFNI, ANTs, Connectome Workbench)
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, R, or related languages
• Experience with image processing, registration, machine learning, or computational neuroscience methods
• Interest in aging, neurodegenerative disease, developmental disabilities, or lifespan neuroscience

Additional Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

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