Postdoctoral Associate

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo invites a Postdoctoral Associate to advance an interdisciplinary program on image-guided navigation for neurovascular interventions. The successful candidate will develop and evaluate medical imaging and AI methods using CT and DSA data, collaborating with clinicians, engineers, and researchers to reach project milestones and disseminate findings through publications and talks.

The role emphasizes rigorous experimentation, statistical analysis, and clear scientific

Qualifications

• PhD in biomedical engineering or related field required.
• Experience conducting medical imaging research.
• Experience developing AI/ML approaches for research.
• Strong command of statistical methods in biomedical research.
• Track record of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate medical imaging and AI methods for vascular mapping and navigation using CT and DSA data.
• Collaborate with clinicians, engineers, and researchers to advance project objectives and milestones.
• Disseminate findings through publications and presentations.

Skills

Biomedical imaging research

Artificial intelligence and machine _

Statistical methods

Peer-reviewed publications

Scientific communication

Collaborative teamwork

Education

PhD in biomedical engineering or related engineering field

Job description

The Department of Neurosurgery at the University at Buffalo seeks a full-time Postdoctoral Associate to support an interdisciplinary research program focused on image-guided navigation for neurovascular interventions.

The successful candidate will develop and evaluate medical imaging and artificial intelligence methods for vascular mapping and navigation using computed tomography (CT) and digital subtraction angiography ( DSA ) data. The candidate will work closely with clinicians, engineers, and research collaborators to advance project objectives, validate methodologies, achieve project milestones, and disseminate findings through publications and presentations.

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Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in biomedical engineering or a related engineering field.
• Experience conducting medical imaging research.
• Experience developing artificial intelligence and machine learning approaches for research.
• Strong command of statistical methods and their application to biomedical research.
• Demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate scientific findings clearly and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary research teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience working in a clinical and translational research environment.
• Experience collaborating with clinicians and coordinating research objectives across multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of neurovascular anatomy, cerebrovascular disease, and neurovascular interventions, with an emphasis on mechanical thrombectomy.
• Experience with computed tomography and digital subtraction angiography.
• Familiarity with reinforcement learning methods.
• Experience developing and applying statistical models to research datasets.
• Experience providing guidance or mentorship to graduate students.

Our University Community

Physical Demands

Driving Requirements

Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.

Salary Range

Salary Range 60000.00

Additional Salary Information

Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours

40 hours

Campus

Campus Gates Vascular Institute

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?

Is a background check required for this posting? No

References

Number of references required

Number of references required 3

Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant

Contact Information

Contact's Name

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Pronouns he/him

Contact's Title

Contact's Title Research Scientist

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Posting Dates

Posted

Posted 08/19/2026

Date to be filled

Date to be filled 09/15/2026

UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].