Professor

About the Job

The faculty member will contribute his/her expertise in MRS and MRI methodologies to the mission of the CMRR, and will work in close interaction with an extensive team of neuroscientists, engineers, and physicists. By pursuing his/her own scientific interests, the candidate is expected to enrich and strengthen on-going translational research efforts in neurodegenerative diseases, aging, addiction, diabetes, and neuromodulation interventions at the University of Minnesota, and eventually lead programmatic efforts for addressing inter-disciplinary research questions.

Responsibilities will include leading of an independent research agenda with external research funding, interaction with collaborators, mentoring of students and faculty members, service activities to the CMRR and the University of Minnesota, and pursuit of research and other scholarly activities.

Qualifications

Required
• PhD in chemistry
• Established MR scientist with track record in Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) innovations and applications
• Established records of translational and collaborative research
• Experience working at ultra-high magnetic fields (7 Tesla and/or higher)
• Proven sustained success in obtaining extramural funding
• Demonstrated ability to conduct collaborative research
• Proven leadership and communication skills

Preferred:
• Track record of accomplishments in the fields of Magnetic Resonance applied to study biomedical problems in humans and intact animal models
• Specific interests in 1H spectroscopy techniques and applications

About the Department

The Center for Magnetic Resonance Research (CMRR) in the Department of Radiology at the University of Minnesota is seeking to fill a tenure full professor position to lead a broad research agenda of innovations and collaborative efforts for advancing novel MRI contrast, functional MRI and functional MRS applications at ultra-high field in both human and animal models. The successful candidate will bring distinct expertise in developing and utilizing 1H spectroscopy techniques on both humans and non-human animal models to investigate biomedical problems with particular emphasis on applications to aging and various brain diseases such as neurodegenerative diseases (e.g. Alzheimer’s), dystonia, depression, and brain tumors. The successful candidate will also bring expertise in the development and assessment of non-invasive MRI methods for discovery of quantitative biomarkers for clinical research and clinical practice. The faculty member is also expected to lead MRS and MRI innovations for use as outcome measures for detecting disease modifications.

Pay and Benefits



Pay: $187,000

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

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This position will remain open until filled.

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About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).