• Senior Research Scientist, Anesthesiology

    UTMB Health (Galveston, TX)


    Senior Research Scientist, Anesthesiology

     

    Galveston, Texas, United States

     

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    Research Academic & Clinical

     

    UTMB Health

     

    Requisition # 2503459

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    + PhD degree and3 - 5 years of related experience

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    To support the research initiatives of the University.

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

    + The Functional Lung Imaging Laboratory in the Department of Anesthesiology at UTMB is seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Scientist to contribute to research focused on understanding the early determinants of acute lung dysfunction and injury, particularly those associated with mechanical ventilation and systemic inflammation.

    + Our laboratory utilizes advanced Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computed Tomography (CT) techniques.

    + We are looking for a candidate interested in pursuing an independent academic career in lung functional imaging, involving both animal and human studies, and the acquisition of physiological measurements during experiments.

    PREFERRED QUAIFICATIONS:

    + Background in engineering, physics, or other quantitative sciences

    + Advanced knowledge in signal processing, image processing and analysis, including the use of AI techniques, numerical analysis, image registration, mathematical modeling, and tracer kinetics

    + Creative and systematic approach to complex problem-solving

    + Ability to work both independently and within a team

    + Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

    + Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, and LabView

    + Experience in animal or human research, including clinical studies

    + Knowledge of respiratory pathophysiology

    SALARY:

    commensurate with experience.

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity

     

    UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

     

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