Research Scientist, Neuroradiology

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Neuroradiology at the University of Virginia invites applications for a Research Scientist focused on advanced brain MRI to understand brain structure and function in health and disease. The role involves collaboration across UVA departments and reporting to the Division Chief.

Qualified candidates will hold a PhD (or strong master's) in neuroscience, psychology, cognitive science, or data science and will drive analyses, supervise staff, seek funding, and publish findings within

Qualifications

• PhD required or master's with significant neuroimaging experience.
• Experience with human brain MRI and neuroimaging methods.
• Ability to work independently and develop research projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement MRI approaches for ongoing and new projects.
• Train and supervise personnel in advanced brain MRI analyses.
• Engage with UVA brain imaging community to foster new directions.

Skills

Brain MRI analysis

Independent research

Data analysis

Supervision / training

Extramural funding

Education

PhD in neuroscience / related field

Master's with significant neuroimaging experience

Tools

SPM

FSL

MRtrix

FreeSurfer

Job description

The Division of Neuroradiology within the Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging at the University of Virginia (UVA) within the School of Medicine seeks applications for a Research Scientist. We are seeking applicants whose research interests center on using advanced brain MRI to better understand the structure and function of the human brain under both normal and pathologic situations. The Research Scientist will work with the Division Chief of Neuroradiology to broadly facilitate collaborative human brain MRI research between the Division of Neuroradiology and other Departments across Grounds at UVA. Research work will be largely conducted with independent judgment, while reporting outcomes to the Division Chief regularly. All candidates will be encouraged to develop their own research projects, including seeking extramural funding.

The Tasks Associated With These Responsibilities May Include

• Working with the Division Chief and other 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.

Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to process and integrate more than one type of advanced human brain MRI data (e.g. functional MRI, diffusion MRI, volumetric MRI, perfusion MRI, etc.) is required, as demonstrated by publication record.
• Ability to 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 experience that 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, graduate students and 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.