Xu Lab - Assistant/Associate/Full Professional Research Series

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative lab within a prestigious university is looking for a dedicated researcher to analyze MRI data and explore pediatric brain connectivity. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in biomedical imaging, requiring a strong foundation in programming and statistical methods. Ideal candidates will possess a doctorate and have experience in independent research. Join a collaborative environment focused on advancing knowledge in the field and making a significant impact on pediatric health.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or equivalent required for Professional Research series.
• Track record of independent research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze MRI data to evaluate connectivity in the pediatric brain.
• Conduct independent research in the field of biomedical imaging.

Skills

Computer programming/scripting

Understanding of basic statistical methods

Familiarity with MRI

Familiarity with pediatric brain imaging

Familiarity with structural and functional connectivity analysis

Education

Doctorate or equivalent

Graduate training in biology or physical sciences or engineering

Job description

Application Window

Open date: January 31, 2025

Most recent review date: Saturday, Feb 15, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Friday, Jul 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

Xu Lab - Assistant/Associate/Full Professional Research Series

The Xu Lab at the Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging is seeking an Assistant/Associate/Full Professional Researcher at UCSF. The researcher will analyze MRI data to evaluate connectivity in the pediatric brain.

Required Qualifications:

• Appointees in the Professional Research series must possess a doctorate or its equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Track record of independent research


• Completion of post-doctoral fellowship


• Graduate training in biology or physical sciences or engineering


• Computer programming/scripting


• Familiarity with MRI


• Understanding of basic statistical methods


• Familiarity with pediatric brain imaging


• Familiarity with structural and functional connectivity analysis

See Table 13B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $90,200-$240,000.

Please apply online at: https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05477 with a cover letter, CV, statement of research, and contact information for three references. Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet all of the qualifications at the time of appointment.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Cover Letter

  
  

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).

  
  

• Statement of Research

  
  

• Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Please see the following page for more details: Contributions to Diversity Statement
  
  (Optional)

  
  

• Misc / Additional (Optional)

  
  

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

* "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

* UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH

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Job location

San Francisco, CA