Postdoctoral Research Associate, Radiology and Imaging Services

University of Arizona

life insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Oct 22, 2025

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Radiology and Imaging Services
Posting Number	req24239
Department	Radiology & Imaging Sci Dept
Department Website Link	https://medicine.arizona.edu/
Location	University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address	1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	We are searching for multiple postdoctoral research associates to join the laboratory of Dr. Russell S. Witte, PhD in the Department of Radiology and Image Sciences at the University of Arizona (Tucson, AZ). The successful candidate will assume a lead role in phase change ultrasound (PCUS) imaging technology, combining ultrasound with nanotechnology to map the lymphatic system. The successful applicant will work closely with a team of scientists and engineers to develop, evaluate, and validate PCUS and associated contrast agents in bench-top and in vivo testbeds as a major steppingstone towards a new modality for imaging the human lymphatic system. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Develop imaging protocols using a programmable ultrasound platform (Verasonics or Vevo F2) Apply advanced principles in US signal processing and beamforming Formulate and characterize nanoparticles and contrast agents Conduct experiments in flow systems, tissue-mimicking phantoms, biological tissue, or animals Produce high quality publications and mentor team of graduate and undergraduate students Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Fluency in English with excellent writing and presentation skills Candidate shall be self-motivated, able to work independently in a multidisciplinary environment
Minimum Qualifications	PhD in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Optical Sciences or related field At least three publications in biomedical imaging, advanced signal processing, and/or nanotechnology At least four years' experience working with hardware and instrumentation
Preferred Qualifications	A track record of quality publications in biomedical imaging, ultrasound, signal processing, and/or nanotechnology Experience with open platform ultrasound system like the Verasonics Vantage/NXT or Visualsonics F2/VADA 4+ years' experience with bioinstrumentation (e.g., oscilloscope, function generator, scanner) 4+ years' experience in Matlab/C++/Python 2+ years' experience with acoustic modeling software (k-Wave, FOCUS, Field II) 2_ years' formulating and characterizing nanoparticles or contrast agents Experience with super-resolution ultrasound, US localization microscopy, photoacoustic imaging, elasticity imaging, pulse encoding, solving inverse problems, machine learning, AI, SolidWorks, 3D printing
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Research
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	NIH Salary Guidelines
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	3
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Maria Telles \| telles@radiology.arizona.edu
Open Date	10/22/2025
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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