Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Woods) Hyperpolarized gas imaging

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; River (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking an experienced researcher to lead and conduct advanced pulmonary imaging research using 129Xe MRI. The role includes data analysis, developing pulse sequence methods, and collaboration with faculty on independent projects.

The candidate will present findings at seminars and contribute to grant-writing and scientific publications, while mentoring research staff and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent degree.
• Preferred: PhD in Computer Science, Physics, Biomedical Informatics, Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics or other similar quantitative disciplines.
• Preferred: Experience in a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute research using 129Xe MRI, including data analysis.
• Analyze PREFUL imaging in various lung diseases.
• Develop pulse sequence programming skills.
• Grow independent research skills and discuss results with faculty.
• Present research at meetings and seminars.
• Draft and edit scientific reports and grants.
• Maintain currency in the field through education and seminars.

Education

Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent degree

Preferred: PhD in Computer Science, Physics, Biomedical Informatics, Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics or other similar quantitative disciplines

Preferred: Experience in a related discipline

Job description

Primary Location

Location R Department Pulmonary Medicine Shift Day (United States of America) Schedule Full time Weekly Hours 40 FTE 1 Employee Status Regular

Job Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and record research projects utilizing 129Xe MRI, including data analysis and integration.
• Analyze phase-resolved functional lung (PREFUL) images, in the context of multiple lung diseases.
• Learn and implement new pulse sequence programming techniques.
• Develop the skills and knowledge (critical thinking and analysis of data, devising specific aims, long-term project planning and experimental design) to become an independent scientist Discuss relevant insights about experimental results with Faculty and provide useful recommendations and analysis.
• Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings.
• Develop skills to critically review and discuss data being presented.
• Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
• Progressively increasing responsibilities with mentorship of research staff and fiscal administration Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.
• Be an active participant in the process through intellectual discussions with PI and other faculty, trainees and research staff.
• Solicit feedback on career trajectory from PI, mentoring committee and others who can provide coaching and insight.
• Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all institutional policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent degree
• Preferred: PhD in Computer Science, Physics, Biomedical Informatics, Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics or other similar quantitative disciplines
• Preferred: Experience in a related discipline

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. Cincinnati Children's is recognized as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years. Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025). One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.