Research Faculty I - Pre-Clinical and Materials MRI (NHMFL)

Position Overview

The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (MagLab) at Florida State University invites applications for a research faculty position focused on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Based at the Tallahassee facility, this role centers on supporting and collaborating with researchers in the internationally recognized NMR/MRI User Program, with emphasis on preclinical MRI/MRS, in-cell studies, and materials-oriented research.

The successful candidate will play a key role in developing in vivo MRI and MRS methods at ultra-high magnetic field (21.1 T) and demonstrating their application in rodent models.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced in vivo MRI and MRS methodologies at ultra-high field (21.1 T).
• Support and collaborate with internal and external users of the MagLab’s NMR/MRI facilities.
• Provide technical and scientific expertise in the design of protocols, planning of experiments, and the acquisition and analysis of data.
• Manage and operate an 11.7-T Bruker MRI system with NMR microscopy and diffusion capabilities.
• Contribute to collaborative research projects and pursue independent research initiatives.
• Disseminate research findings through publications and conference presentations.
• Engage with national and international collaborators and user communities.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in engineering, neuroimaging, applied physics, applied mathematics, chemistry/biochemistry, computer science, or a related field relevant to MRI.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong foundation in MRI physics and image formation principles.
• Demonstrated experience developing MRI/MRS/MRSI pulse sequences.
• Programming expertise in MRI pulse sequence development (e.g., Bruker Paravision) and data processing (e.g., MATLAB or similar).
• Proven publication record.
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments.
• Experience managing or contributing to shared research facilities.
• Expertise in preclinical MRI/MRS, including animal protocol development, structural/metabolic/functional 1H imaging, heteronuclear imaging, spectroscopy and spectroscopic imaging.