Research Scientist, Neuroradiology

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Neuroradiology within UVA's Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging invites applications for a Research Scientist. The position centers on using advanced brain MRI to understand the structure and function of the human brain under normal and pathologic conditions, working with the Division Chief to foster collaborative research across Grounds at UVA.

The role emphasizes designing MRI approaches, supervising staff, analyzing large datasets, and pursuing extramural funding while

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree (or master’s with significant experience) is required, preferably a PhD with dissertation work that utilizes human neuroimaging methods.
• Possible PhD fields could include neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Psychology or Data Science.

Responsibilities

• Working with the Division Chief and collaborators to better design and implement MRI approaches for ongoing and new research projects.
• Train and supervise other personnel in the performance of advanced brain MRI data analyses
• Intellectually engage with the UVA brain imaging community to foster new research directions and improve the quality of existing research
• Analysis of large brain MRI data sets, including statistical testing
• Write and submit peer-reviewed manuscripts. Manage the publication process of peer-reviewed manuscripts.
• Present results at scientific conferences.
• All candidates will be required to pursue extramural funding to perform independently developed research projects.

Skills

Brain MRI analysis

Neuroimaging data processing

High-performance computing

Publication record

Independent research

Education

Doctoral degree in neuroscience or related field

Master’s with significant experience

Tools

SPM

FSL

MRtrix

Freesurfer

Job description

TheDivision of Neuroradiology within theDepartment ofRadiology and Medical Imagingat the University of Virginia (UVA) within the School ofMedicineseeks applications for aResearchScientist.We are seeking applicants whose researchinterests center onusing advancedbrainMRIto better understand the structure and function of the human brain under both normal and pathologic situations.TheResearchScientist will work with theDivision Chief of Neuroradiology tobroadlyfacilitatecollaborativehuman brain MRIresearch between the Division of Neuroradiology and otherDepartments across Grounds atUVA.Research work will belargelyconductedwithindependent judgment, while reporting outcomes to theDivision Chiefregularly.Allcandidateswill be encouragedto develop their own research projects, including seeking extramural funding.

The tasks associated with these responsibilities may include:

• Working with theDivision Chiefand othercollaboratorstobetterdesign and implementMRIapproachesforongoing andnew research projects.
• Train and superviseotherpersonnel inthe performance of advanced brain MRI data analyses
• Intellectually engage with the UVAbrain imagingcommunity to foster new research directions and improve the quality of existing research
• Analysis of largebrain MRIdata sets, including statistical testing
• Write andsubmitpeer-reviewed manuscripts. Manage the publication process of peer-reviewed manuscripts.
• Present results at scientific conferences.
• Allcandidateswillbe requiredtopursue extramural funding to perform independently developed research projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

A doctoral degree (or master's degree with significant experience) is required, preferably a PhD degree with dissertation work thatutilizeshuman neuroimaging methods.Possible PhDfields could include (but are not limited to): neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Psychology or Data Science.

Preferred Qualifications

• Abilityto processand integratemore than onetypeof advanced human brain MRI data(e.g.functional MRI, diffusion MRI, volumetric MRI, perfusion MRI, etc.) isrequired, asdemonstratedby publication record.
• Abilityto perform high-throughput analyses on large data sets with a high-performance computing cluster is preferred.
• Prior experience working with neuroimaging data from neurological or neurosurgical patient populations is preferred.
• Recent postdoctoral research experiencethat integrates the analysis of advanced brain MRI is preferred.
• Able to work independently and train junior lab personnel, who might include undergraduate students, medical students, graduatestudentsand clinical residents/fellows.
• Familiarity with commonly utilized neuroimaging research software (SPM, FSL,MRItrix,Freesurfer, etc.).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

Initial appointments and reappointments to these positions may be made in increments of one to three years, contingent upon satisfactory performance and the availability of funding.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Additional Requirements

Background checks, pre-employment health screenings, and drug screening will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.