Details
Posted: 24-Mar-24
Location: Seattle, Washington
Type: Full Time
Salary: Open
Categories:
Academic/Faculty
Internal Number: 134798
Position Description
Join an exceptional multidisciplinary research team led by Dr. Hofstetter, a renowned academic neurosurgeon at the University of Washington. Our team is at the forefront of developing groundbreaking biomarkers and experimental treatment strategies for acute spinal cord injury. We are currently seeking a dedicated Post-Doctoral Scholar to contribute to our pioneering research efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Play an integral role in a dynamic research team focused on the development of novel ultrasound-based imaging techniques to assess tissue perfusion and blood flow in the microvasculature using various animal models.
- Engage in the exploration of ultra-early biomarkers for spinal cord injuries to forecast injury severities, with the long-term goal of translating this technology for patient benefit.
- Exhibit expertise in image analysis, signal processing, and statistical modeling using Matlab, particularly in the context of ultrasound imaging.
- Conduct animal experiments, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and protocols.
- Collaborate with the research team to contribute to scientific manuscripts and grant proposals, highlighting findings and advancements in the field.
Postdoctoral scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website .
This is an annually renewed (12-month service period) appointment. The anticipated start date is September 1,2024.
The salary range for this position will be $5,705-$7,374 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Salary will be commensurate with research experience and based on the NIH guidelines for postdoctoral trainees.
Qualifications
- PhD in a relevant field (e.g., neuroscience, biomedical engineering, medical physics).
- Proficient in image analysis, signal processing, and the application of statistical models, preferably in Matlab.
- Experience with animal research, demonstrating a commitment to ethical research practices.
- Strong ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
- Demonstrated track record of scientific writing and contributions to peer-reviewed publications.
Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing their research interests and experience, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits Information
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/ . Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.
Commitment to Diversity
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint /). Additionally, the University's Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member's academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432 ).
Privacy Notice
Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.
Disability Services
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .
Similar Positions
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow Positions, Division Of Rheumatology, Nature Careers, United States, 1 day ago
We seek two postdoctoral fellows to join the Mustelin/Najjar lab in the Rheumatology division, University of Washington, Seattle, USA, to lead and collaborate on genomics research projects in syst...
-
Research Study Assistant, University of Washington, United States, 15 days ago
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and d...
-
Postdoctoral Fellow Piliponsky Lab, Seattle Children’s Research Institute, United States, 11 days ago
Dr. Adrian Piliponsky, Center for Immunity and Immunotherapies, Seattle Children’s Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, is recruiting a postdoctoral...
-
Research Study Assistant, University of Washington, United States, 8 days ago
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and d...
-
Research Study Assistant, University of Washington, United States, 22 days ago
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and d...
-
Research Study Assistant, University of Washington, United States, 11 days ago
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and d...