Research Associate, Research Scientist

Overview

The research group led by Dr. You Leo Li at The University of Texas at Dallas is seeking postdoctoral scholars. The group focuses on the intersection of AI and medical ultrasound imaging to develop AI‑based quantitative imaging of human hemodynamics and neural network models of nonlinear ultrasound for imaging and quantitative tissue property estimation.

This is a grant‑funded position that is renewable pending funding availability and satisfactory performance. A remote work schedule is not available.

• Ph.D. in a related field.

• Ph.D. degree in biomedical engineering or a related field.
• Experience in ultrasound or optical imaging and AI research.

Applicants must be able to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code.

• Develop novel algorithms for ultrasound simulation, imaging, and quantitative analysis.
• Customize machine learning/deep learning methods for image reconstruction.
• Conduct human studies of the algorithms and techniques in collaboration with other group members and clinical researchers at UTSW.

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The compensation and benefits package includes:

• Internal training.
• BCBS PPO medical insurance (100% paid for full‑time employees).
• PPO and DHMO dental insurance (orthodontic benefits included).
• Vision insurance.
• Long and short‑term disability coverage.
• TRS retirement plan – defined benefit annuity upon retirement.
• Voluntary retirement plan options (Tax‑Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans).
• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid winter break.
• Fertility benefits.

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