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Posting Number: req21270

Department: Medical Imaging

Location: University of Arizona Health Sciences

Address: 1501 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

Position Highlights

A Research Scientist Level III position is available in the laboratory of Russell S. Witte, PhD in the Department of Medical Imaging at the University of Arizona (Tucson, AZ). The successful candidate will assume a lead role in developing and testing next-generation hybrid imaging systems that combine ultrasound with radiofrequency recording. Acoustoelectric imaging maps bioelectric signals in the body to improve the detection and guide treatment for diseases ranging from epilepsy to cardiac arrhythmia. The successful applicant will work closely with a team of engineers, physician scientists, and students to build and validate bench-top imaging systems towards translation for further evaluation and refinement.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and test ultrasound and electronic instruments for medical imaging and sensing.
• Perform experiments in tissue-mimicking phantoms, biological tissue, animals or humans.
• Conduct acoustic modeling/simulations (e.g., in k-Wave).
• Produce high quality publications and mentor team of graduate and undergraduate students.
• Participate in writing grants and research proposals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Fluency in English with excellent writing and presentation skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Electrical Engineering, Optical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Applied Physics or related field.
• At least two publications in biomedical imaging or advanced signal processing.
• At least four years' experience working with hardware and instrumentation.
• At least two years' experience in industry.
• 4+ years' experience with bioinstrumentation. (e.g., oscilloscope, function generator, scanner).
• 3+ years' designing/building electrical circuits.
• 4+ years' experience in Matlab^TM/C++ or Labview.
• 2+ years' experience in bioelectric detection, electrophysiology, EEG, ECG.
• Experience with open platform ultrasound systems (e.g., Vantage by Verasonics^TM).
• Experience with any of following: ultrasound imaging, microwave imaging/radar, advanced signal processing, beamforming, reconstruction, solving inverse problems, COMSOL, FOCUS, Field-II, SolidWorks, 3D printing, machine shop, working with animal or human subjects.

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $59,404 - $74,254

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

8

Compensation Guidance

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The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$59404

Grade Range Midpoint

$74254

Grade Range Maximum

$89105

Career Stream and Level

PC3

Job Family

Researchers & Scientists

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates

Russ Witte | rwitte@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

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