Senior Research Associate in Magnetic Resonance Physics
1 month ago
The Role
We are looking for a skilled MR physicist to design and deliver high-quality clinical cancer research in magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy within the Centre for In Vivo Imaging located at Healthcare Innovation Neighbourhood in Newcastle University. You will play a pivotal role in the Cancer Imaging Research Programme, to harness the strength of cancer research and medical imaging innovation of Newcastle University.
Newcastle University hosts 1 of the 7 Cancer Research UK centres, with research covering drug discovery, biological mechanism, and the entire pathway of clinical care. Within the imaging centre, there are two 3.0T research-dedicated Philips scanners and a 3.0T clinical GE PET-MR scanner, with pulse programming and advanced scan capabilities. Human studies are supported by a dedicated research radiography team.
The imaging centre works alongside the many clinical academics within the Faculty of Medical Sciences, and clinician researchers in the local health NHS Trusts, to design and deliver high impact translational research that improves health. The post-holder will primarily develop and support studies in cancer research, with possibilities of being involved in research of other medical conditions.
This post is available for 18 months in the first instance, with the possibility of extension.
Informal questions about the position can be addressed to Dr Jiabao He at .
Newcastle University is committed to career development for Research Associates through development to independent research and/or staff scientist positions where appropriate.
Key Accountabilities
• Show academic leadership, develop and carry out multiple research projects using appropriate magnetic resonance imaging/spectroscopy and equipment available within the imaging centre
• Plan and lead high quality research, project managing the research activity, supervising and taking responsibility for the research team. Plan the research to be undertaken, as a self-contained item or as part of a broader programme
• Develop Research proposals and funding bids to develop own research objectives and proposals for funding, as a self-contained item or as part of a broader programme
• Lead the writing up of own/collaborative research and publish in high quality peer reviewed journals and disseminate findings at conferences nationally and internationally
• Contribute to the supervision, with guidance, of final year undergraduate research projects and in providing support to postgraduate research students or Research Associates performing projects
• Work with the support staff and, with undergraduate and postgraduate students, and interact intellectually with other academic members of the Institute
• May contribute to events celebrating the public engagement of translational research
• Identify and undertake a programme of professional development, including further training in research methods and other transferable skills
• Develop an awareness of University structures, policies and procedures and relevant issues in the higher education research environment
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• Substantial post-doctoral experience in a relevant field of MRI/MRS
• Substantial publication record in PhD and postdoctoral work, reflecting a productive role within research teams (first author and/or middle author publications). The role the individual played in publications should be stated
• Extensive experience and demonstrated success in planning and delivering research projects
• Extensive experience of developing, and validating acquisition methods in magnetic resonance imaging/spectroscopy
• Extensive experience of developing and devising analysis techniques for MRI/MRS data
• Evidence of interpretation of data and investigations leading to the discovery of new knowledge
• Evidence of independent working and initiative in research work, under the broad guidance of academic staff
• Evidence of managing multiple projects and/or interactions with principal investigators
• Experience of providing successful advice to non-expert scientific users of MRI/MRS
• Experience of supervising undergraduate and/or postgraduate student projects
• Experience of supervising other research team members
Desirable
• Experience of teaching of magnetic resonance physics
• Experience of delivering research that exploits academic knowledge in a commercial or applied setting
• Knowledge of Philips pulse sequence programming
• Experience of public engagement activities
Attributes and Behaviour
• Ability to undertake research and analysis independently, with guidance from academic staff
• Able to effectively organise allocated work activities
• Ability to demonstrate resilience in dealing with challenging environments and behaviours
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to carry out research project work within agreed timelines, meeting project milestones and producing research to an appropriate standard
Qualifications
• PhD in magnetic resonance imaging and/or spectroscopy, preferably on in-vivo clinical or pre-clinical work
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.
In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 27120
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