"RESEARCH FELLOW"

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

There is a joint postdoctoral research opportunity available with the Urinary Dynamics and Ultrasound (UDUS) Research Group and the Michigan Institute for Imaging Technology and Translation (MIITT) at the University of Michigan. Our team is positioned at the interface of ultrasound (US) and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging, focusing on advancing the understanding of urinary tract physiology and its disorders.

The successful candidate will primarily work on an NIH-funded, multi-institutional project aimed at developing quantitative, image-based biomarkers for the lower urinary tract including shear wave elastography, magnetic resonance (MR) elastography, MR Fingerprinting, and contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS), among others. These projects build on strong collaborations between leading, highly-collaborative research teams composed of ultrasound and MRI scientists, engineers, physician scientists in Radiology, Urology and Gynecology and institutions such as the University of Michigan and University of Wisconsin, as well as industry partners including GE Healthcare and Siemens Healthineers.

The UDUS group is also leading multiple research initiatives that leverage imaging and computational methods to address critical challenges in urology. Ongoing efforts include the development of dynamic contrast-enhanced ultrasound (DCEUS) as a non-invasive alternative to nuclear medicine renography for diagnosing upper urinary tract obstruction, and the use of transperineal ultrasound to assess pelvic floor biomechanics in women with urinary incontinence. The group also works on non-invasive estimation of bladder pressure. The postdoctoral researcher will have the opportunity to contribute to these efforts depending on background, interests, and evolving group needs.

As part of this role, the candidate will join a dynamic team working across these imaging technologies, with opportunities to collaborate with leading academic institutions and industry partners. Our strong network of collaborators provides an ideal environment for translational research and technological advancement.

70% - Ultrasound Data Collection and Data Analysis

30% - Conference Abstract and Manuscript Preparation

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Strong background in medical image analysis and signal processing.
• Proficiency in programming, particularly in Python.
• Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Motivated, self-driven, and able to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the physics of ultrasound and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging modalities are plus.

Two-year postdoc with option to renew.

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