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Post Doctoral Researcher, Department of Biomedical Engineering Apply now Job no: 502798
College / VP Area: College of Engineering Work type: Staff Location: Newark, DE Categories: Research & Laboratory, Full Time
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Job Context: The Postdoctoral Research Associate position is based in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Delaware under the supervision of Professor Curtis Johnson and focuses on brain magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) research supported by funding from the National Institutes of Health and the Delaware Community Foundation.
The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to the development of novel, fast, and high-resolution MRE imaging methods to characterize brain mechanical properties, with particular emphasis on applications related to aging, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia risk, as part of ongoing longitudinal studies such as the Delaware Longitudinal Study of Alzheimer?s Prevention that incorporate advanced brain and blood biomarkers.
Responsibilities: • Develop and optimize novel magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) imaging methods for the brain • Conduct fast, high-resolution MRE acquisitions and analyses to study brain mechanical properties • Apply MRE techniques to aging, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia-related research • Contribute to longitudinal clinical research studies involving advanced imaging and biomarker data • Perform MRI pulse sequence development and/or image reconstruction, as applicable • Analyze and interpret complex neuroimaging data • Collaborate with interdisciplinary and international research teams • Disseminate research findings through publications, presentations, and collaborative exchanges • Participate in both independent research projects and team-based investigations
Qualifications: • Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field • Strong background in MR physics • Proficiency in computer programming • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment
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Position Location Closes Post Doctoral Researcher, Department of Biomedical Engineering Newark, DE The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Delaware seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance brain magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) research under the supervision of Professor Curtis Johnson. Supported by NIH and Delaware Community Foundation funding, the position focuses on developing fast, high-resolution MRE methods to study brain mechanical properties in aging, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia risk, contributing to major longitudinal studies such as the Delaware Longitudinal Study of Alzheimer's Prevention.
The University of Delaware offers a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment with access to state-of-the-art imaging facilities, including 3T Siemens Prisma and 9.4T Bruker MRI scanners, with a new 3T Siemens Cima.X system arriving in 2026. The role supports independent research, international collaboration, and dissemination of findings through publications and presentations.
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Position Location Closes Post Doctoral Researcher, Department of Biomedical Engineering Newark, DE The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Delaware seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance brain magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) research under the supervision of Professor Curtis Johnson. Supported by NIH and Delaware Community Foundation funding, the position focuses on developing fast, high-resolution MRE methods to study brain mechanical properties in aging, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia risk, contributing to major longitudinal studies such as the Delaware Longitudinal Study of Alzheimer's Prevention.
The University of Delaware offers a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment with access to state-of-the-art imaging facilities, including 3T Siemens Prisma and 9.4T Bruker MRI scanners, with a new 3T Siemens Cima.X system arriving in 2026. The role supports independent research, international collaboration, and dissemination of findings through publications and presentations.
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