Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Interventional MRI Full-time

Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Interventional MRI

The primary work for this fellowship will be in the area of bariatric interventions in a large animal model and include techniques such as MRI-guided cryoablation, embolization, radio-embolization, novel intra-arterial therapeutic approaches, and the development of embolics. CT, X-ray angiography, PET-CT, MRI, magnetic particle imaging (MPI), and magnetic hyperthermia (MHT) will be utilized. A secondary aspect may be in the area of radiopharmaceutical therapy (RPT) for osteosarcoma. The candidate will be involved in all aspects of the studies from simulations/phantoms study design, data acquisition, in vivo animal experiments, data analysis, and manuscript writing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organizing and performing large animal experiments in bariatric interventional radiology (IR) techniques and cardiac catheterization
• Hands-on training in percutaneous and intravascular/cardiac interventions will be taught under the supervision of Drs. Kraitchman and Weiss
• Performing follow-up image acquisition, typically MRI and cone-beam CT, as needed, with assistance from imaging technologists.
• Data acquisition, archiving, and analysis using available software tools.
• Pre- and post-procedure animal care in concert with veterinary staff
• Organizing and performing studies in client-owned dogs with metastatic osteosarcoma
• Assist with PET-CT and SPECT-CT imaging, image segmentation, and data analysis before and after treatment with RPT.
• Research fellow will be expected to submit and present scientific abstracts at national/international meetings and publish manuscripts.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, researchers and engineers.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry/Biology or an MD or equivalent with experience in radiology, surgery, or interventional techniques
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative research environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with simulation software, Microsoft office, and database management.
• Experience in clinical research or basic/translation research or experience in radiological imaging is preferred but optional.
• Hands-on experience with X-ray fluoroscopy or minimal invasive technique is desirable.
• Experience with radiochemistry or wet chemistry skills is desirable.
• Strong publication record in relevant fields.

Application Process:

• A detailed CV.
• A cover letter describing your relevant research experience and career goals.
• Contact information for three professional references.