Postdoc - Optical Imaging & Biomedical Engineering Lab

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate for the Optical Imaging Laboratory to advance near-infrared optical/thermal imaging technologies and their clinical applications. The successful candidate will develop, test, and validate imaging devices, apply Matlab/Python, and collaborate across engineering and medical schools.

The appointment is approximately 5–6 months with potential extension if funded.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biomedical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong Matlab/Python coding, machine learning, and clinical imaging experience.
• Ability to mentor junior team members and maintain lab safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand optical/thermal imaging devices and related clinical applications.
• Perform testing, validation, and clinical translation of imaging technologies.
• Collaborate with a broad network of engineers and scientists across departments.

Skills

Matlab

Python

Machine learning

Clinical imaging

Team mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, and/or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate for the Optical Imaging Laboratory to advance near-infrared optical/thermal imaging technologies and their clinical applications. The successful candidate will develop, test, and validate imaging devices, apply Matlab/Python, and collaborate across engineering and medical schools.

The appointment is approximately 5–6 months with potential extension if funded.