Scientific Analyst I, Biomedical Engineering (Part Time) (Multiple Positions)
Posting Number: req22980
Department: Biomedical Engineering
Location: Main Campus
Address: Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The Biomedical Engineering Department at the University of Arizona is currently recruiting two Scientific Analyst I positions to support Dr. Nan-kuei Chen's lab in multiple research projects related to large-scale and multi-contrast MRI data analyses. Join our team as a Scientific Analyst I, where you'll spearhead the development and maintenance of advanced MRI processing pipelines comprising 1) k-space data manipulation, 2) MRI artifact correction, 3) integration of multi-contrast and longitudinal MRI data, 4) statistical and machine learning approaches.
We seek two dynamic and passionate individuals with experience in advanced MRI data processing to drive our research mission forward and enhance our computational efforts. The role offers a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, paving the way for a future career in MRI data science.
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
- Creating computer codes (with Matlab and/or Python) aiming at analyzing multi-contrast and large-scale MRI data sets.
- Participates in maintaining MRI data analysis workflows to fulfill research goals.
- Work with Dr. Chen and other laboratory staff to identify problems with computational workflows and recommend solutions or changes as necessary.
- Utilize coding practices including versioning (eg. Github) and writing detailed documentation to document all data analyses pipelines.
- Contribute to managing and formatting data for publications and presentations.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to conduct research independently and within a team.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and delegate to others.
- Effective communication, organization and documentation skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
- One (1) year of relevant work experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD degree in biomedical engineering, medical physics, or related field of study.
- Experience in analyzing next generation MRI data, such as iron-sensitive MRI, functional MRI, and temperature-sensitive MRI.
- Experience with Matlab or Python.
- Experience with job submission on a high-computing cluster.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 24
Job FTE: 0.60
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Research
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $25.50 - $31.88
Compensation Type: hourly rate
Grade
7
Compensation Guidance
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Career Stream and Level
PC1
Job Family
Research & Data Analysis
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 2
Contact Information for Candidates
Dr. Nan-kuei Chen
nkchen@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter
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