Postdoctoral Position in Diffusion Image Analysis
University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, USA
Posted: 22 October 2008

A postdoctoral research position is available in the Waisman Laboratory for Brain Imaging and Behavior (WLBIB) at the University of Wisconsin. The position will be involved with the development of advanced tools for diffusion image analysis. Diffusion imaging techniques include diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), high angular resolution diffusion imaging (HARDI) and diffusion spectrum imaging (DSI). Responsibilities will include the development and evaluation of software tools, assisting with applications of the data analysis, and publishing and presenting results. Applications will include diffusion imaging studies in autism, adolescent brain development, Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia, multiple sclerosis, brain tumors, chronic pain, and anxiety disorders. The applicant will work in a rich, highly interdisciplinary environment and have the opportunity to work with researchers in Medical Physics, Computer Science, Radiology, Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience.

The University of Wisconsin has three 3T and one 1.5T human MRI scanners (GE SIGNA) available for research (and several clinical scanners at UW hospital), and a small animal 4.7T Varian MRI scanner. The candidate should have strong programming skills including experience in advanced image analysis (preferably with medical images), solid communication skills, and be able to work both in a team and independently. Experience with diffusion tensor imaging or advanced diffusion imaging methods, and/or statistical image analysis methods would be a significant plus. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Contact Info:

Andrew Alexander, Ph.D.
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Waisman Center
1500 Highland Ave
Madison, WI 53705
e-mail: alalexander2@wisc.edu
lab website: http://brainimaging.waisman.wisc.edu