Biophysics Job Openings at the Medical College of Wisconsin

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Postdoctoral Researcher (Mickevicius Lab)

Purpose
A postdoctoral researcher position is open in the Department of Biophysics at the Medical College of Wisconsin focusing on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technology development. This project will be dedicated to the deep learning-driven design of MRI pulse sequences, image reconstruction algorithms, and the quantitative estimation of tissue parameters. These efforts contribute to a larger initiative aimed at enhancing the accuracy and reproducibility of quantitative MRI. The Center for Imaging Research at MCW houses two cutting-edge GE Premier 3T MRI systems, which will play a significant role in the research. We are seeking a candidate who is eager to work in a team-oriented laboratory environment that emphasizes innovation. The role includes mentoring graduate students in research methodologies, engaging in scientific publication, and preparation of grant proposals.

Primary Functions
Supervise and independently execute studies related to the project described above, including performing experiments, analyzing data, and disseminating results through presenting at conferences and writing manuscripts.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities
Ideal candidates will have experience expertise in one or more of the following:

MRI pulse sequence design (GE HealthCare EPIC Preferred)
Programming in Python and C/C++
Machine learning with PyTorch
Excellent writing skills, as evidenced by first author publications

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Why Work for Biophysics?

The Department of Biophysics has been on the forefront of innovation since its inception, and is brimming with creativity. We have strong research programs in structural biology and biomedical imaging, including electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). State-of-the-art research resources geared toward these programs—including laboratories for EPR, NMR, MRI, X-ray crystallography, cryo electron microscopy, mass spectrometry, biomolecular analysis, and high-performance computing—are available.

Why Work at MCW?

The Medical College of Wisconsin brings together the most inquisitive minds in science, medicine, education, and community engagement to advance biomedical knowledge and solve human health challenges. Our goal is to harness the power of academic medicine, where scientists, clinicians, and students actively collaborate with each other and the community, to find novel solutions to the challenges in health and society today. We ask the questions no one else is asking to fuel the continuous cycle of knowledge that’s shaping the future of translational research.

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