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Ann Arbor, MI
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Job Summary

A clinical postdoctoral research fellow position is open in the newly formed Michigan Institute for Imaging Technology and Translation (MIITT) in the Department of Radiology at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA. Applicants will work with MIITT department faculty to complete translational MRI research studies.

The research fellow will collaborate with faculty and postdoctoral fellows to evaluate novel MRI technologies and apply these technologies to assess clinical outcomes. The fellow will be expected to participate in study participant screening and recruitment, operation of the scanner, data acquisition and analysis, image evaluation, and statistical analysis. The fellow will also be expected to prepare manuscripts and conference abstracts related to projects and will be expected to prepare preliminary data for grant proposals. 

Responsibilities*

  • 30%-Multi-Disciplinary or Translational Project Planning and Coordination
  • 10% - Participant recruitment, screening, consent
  • 30% - MRI Data Collection and Data Analysis
  • 15% - MR Image Evaluation and Annotation
  • 15%-Conference Abstract and Manuscript Preparation 

Required Qualifications*

Applicants should have a medical degree (M.D., M.B.B.S., or equivalent. 

Translational projects will require the postdoctoral fellow to work with faculty to plan study methods, draft IRB protocols, and carry out the project as detailed. It is essential that applicants have excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills, and leadership qualities. Fellows will be encouraged to work in a collaborative group setting, and will interact with multiple faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and student trainees.

The postdoctoral research fellow will be expected to prepare manuscripts and conference abstracts related to projects and will be expected to prepare preliminary data for grant proposals. 

Desired Qualifications*

  • Radiology residency or equivalent
  • Statistical Analysis of Imaging Data 

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

One-year postdoc with option to renew.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Job Summary

A clinical postdoctoral research fellow position is open in the newly formed Michigan Institute for Imaging Technology and Translation (MIITT) in the Department of Radiology at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA. Applicants will work with MIITT department faculty to complete translational MRI research studies.

The research fellow will collaborate with faculty and postdoctoral fellows to evaluate novel MRI technologies and apply these technologies to assess clinical outcomes. The fellow will be expected to participate in study participant screening and recruitment, operation of the scanner, data acquisition and analysis, image evaluation, and statistical analysis. The fellow will also be expected to prepare manuscripts and conference abstracts related to projects and will be expected to prepare preliminary data for grant proposals. 

Responsibilities*

  • 30%-Multi-Disciplinary or Translational Project Planning and Coordination
  • 10% - Participant recruitment, screening, consent
  • 30% - MRI Data Collection and Data Analysis
  • 15% - MR Image Evaluation and Annotation
  • 15%-Conference Abstract and Manuscript Preparation 

Required Qualifications*

Applicants should have a medical degree (M.D., M.B.B.S., or equivalent. 

Translational projects will require the postdoctoral fellow to work with faculty to plan study methods, draft IRB protocols, and carry out the project as detailed. It is essential that applicants have excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills, and leadership qualities. Fellows will be encouraged to work in a collaborative group setting, and will interact with multiple faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and student trainees.

The postdoctoral research fellow will be expected to prepare manuscripts and conference abstracts related to projects and will be expected to prepare preliminary data for grant proposals. 

Desired Qualifications*

  • Radiology residency or equivalent
  • Statistical Analysis of Imaging Data 

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

One-year postdoc with option to renew.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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