Senior Scientist, Radiology and Medical Imaging

The Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging at the University of Virginia (UVA) within the School of Medicine seeks applications for a Senior Scientist. This role focuses on MRI technology development and/or therapeutic focused ultrasound. The Senior Scientist will work with the Principal Investigator (PI) to perform both clinical trial‑based and pre‑clinical research into the use of focused ultrasound for treating a variety of conditions, including primary and metastatic brain tumors, extracranial solid tumors (e.g., melanoma and breast cancer), Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia, and vascular malformations such as cerebral cavernous malformation (CCM) and brain arteriovenous malformation (bAVM).

Research work will be largely conducted with independent judgment while reporting outcomes to the PI regularly. Exceptional candidates will be encouraged to develop their own research projects, including seeking extramural funding.

• Work with the PI and other collaborators to design and implement MRI and focused ultrasound approaches for ongoing and new research projects.
• Become proficient with operation of 9.4T small animal and 3T clinical MRI systems, as well as pre‑clinical focused ultrasound systems.
• Technically support upcoming clinical trials that entail MRI‑guided (3T) focused ultrasound for blood‑brain barrier disruption and drug delivery, including MRI development and post‑procedure data analysis and processing.
• Train and supervise lab personnel in operation of FUS equipment and focused ultrasound experimental procedures.
• Intellectually engage with the UVA focused ultrasound community to foster new research directions and improve the quality of existing research.
• Analyze data sets, including statistical testing.
• Write and submit peer‑reviewed manuscripts. Manage the publication process of peer‑reviewed manuscripts.
• Present results at scientific conferences.
• Interested candidates may pursue extramural funding to perform independently developed research projects.

Education:

Requires a doctoral degree or master's degree with significant experience.

• Focused ultrasound and Matlab experience are desirable.
• Some postdoctoral research experience, MRI expertise, and familiarity with ultrasound imaging are preferred.
• Candidate should be able to work independently and train junior lab personnel.

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. Benefits include the full suite of UVA benefits. Initial appointments and reappointments to this position 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.

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.