Summary

The Michigan Institute for Imaging Technology and Translation (MIITT) in the Department of Radiology at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor is accepting applications for postdoctoral research fellowship positions. The goal of this position is to develop novel acquisition and reconstruction strategies for cardiac MRI applications. The research fellow will work under the mentorship of Dr. Jesse Hamilton in a collaborative group setting at MIITT with multiple faculties, postdoctoral researchers, and student trainees. Specific research projects may include:

• Development of novel quantitative cardiac MRI techniques including MR Fingerprinting
• Implementation of online reconstruction methods
• Development of physics-based deep learning reconstruction algorithms
• Low field (0.55T) cardiac MRI using optimized acquisition and reconstruction methods.

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What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• MRI data acquisition and image reconstruction
• MRI pulse sequence programming
• Preparation of manuscripts and conference abstracts
• Collection of preliminary data for grant proposals
• Clinical collaborators on translational projects

Required Qualifications*

• Applicants should have or be close to completing a Ph.D. in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field. 
• Previous experience in MRI physics, acquisitions, and reconstruction methods is required. 
• Applicants should possess strong programming skills in a language such as MATLAB or Python

Desired Qualifications*

Desired Skills (not required): 

Candidates who have prior experience with pulse sequence programming, machine/deep learning, cardiovascular imaging, and/or online reconstruction frameworks (e.g., Gadgetron, FIRE) are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

One-year postdoc with option to renew.

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Application Deadline

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