Post Doctoral Research Associate

The University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Bioengineering, focusing on imaging, bioinstrumentation, or nanotechnology.

The successful candidate will join a research lab developing advanced imaging technologies to overcome depth–resolution limits in tissues, integrating hybrid ultrasound–optical imaging and computational reconstruction for deep-tissue imaging and tumor microenvironment characterization.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field with expertise in imaging, instrumentation, or nanomaterials.
• Strong background in optical imaging, ultrasound imaging, nanomaterials, or computational imaging.
• Demonstrated research productivity and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in biomedical imaging and bioengineering.
• Design and perform experiments involving optical imaging, ultrasound systems, and/or contrast agents.
• Develop computational models and reconstruction algorithms for imaging systems.
• Analyze data and prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Contribute to proposal development and interdisciplinary initiatives.

Skills

Biomedical imaging

Ultrasound imaging

Nanomaterials

Signal processing

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Biomedical Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Job Summary The Department of Bioengineering in the College of Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the area of biomedical engineering (imaging, bioinstrumentation or nanotechnology).

The successful candidate will join a research lab focused on developing advanced imaging technologies that overcome fundamental depth–resolution limitations in biological tissues. The research integrates hybrid ultrasound–optical imaging, contrast agent design, and computational reconstruction, with applications in deep-tissue imaging, tumor microenvironment characterization, and functional sensing. This position offers a highly interdisciplinary environment at the interface of biophotonics, ultrasound, nanomaterials, and imaging physics, with opportunities to lead independent research directions and contribute to high-impact publications and future grant proposals.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biomaterials, Nanotechnology, or a closely related field, with expertise in imaging, instrumentation, or nanomaterials.
• Strong background in at least one of the following areas:
  • Optical imaging / biophotonics
  • Ultrasound imaging or acoustics
  • Nanomaterials / contrast agents
  • Signal processing or computational imaging
• Demonstrated research productivity (e.g., peer-reviewed publications)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hybrid imaging systems (e.g., ultrasound–optical, photoacoustic, or related modalities)
• Experience with stimuli-responsive nanomaterials (e.g., thermosensitive liposomes, polymer nanoparticles, microgels)
• Programming experience in MATLAB , Python, or similar platforms
• Hands‑on experience with instrumentation, electronics, or system integration Ability or interest in leading independent research directions

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in biomedical imaging and bioengineering
• Design and perform experiments involving optical imaging, ultrasound systems, and/or contrast agents
• Develop computational models and reconstruction algorithms for imaging systems
• Analyze experimental data and prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students
• Contribute to proposal development and interdisciplinary research initiatives
• Performs other duties as needed