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Postdoctoral Research Associate I

University of Arizona
life insurance, sick time
Aug 02, 2026
Postdoctoral Research Associate I
Posting Number req26684
Department Biomedical Engineering
Department Website Link bme.engineering.arizona.edu/
Location Tucson Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

The post-doctoral research fellow will support a multidisciplinary research program investigating glymphatic modulation through neuromodulation, neuroimaging, and neurophysiological monitoring. The position will lead and assist with MRI and EEG data collection in pig studies, including experimental preparation, protocol implementation, and data-quality assurance. The position will analyze multimodal MRI, EEG, and related physiological data and report findings in papers.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Plan, coordinate, and perform MRI and EEG data collection in pig studies in collaboration with investigators, veterinary personnel, imaging staff, and other research team members.
  • Develop and apply methods for processing and analyzing MRI, EEG, and other physiological or biomedical signals.
  • Interpret experimental findings and communicate progress and results to the principal investigator and research team. Prepare figures, tables, scientific presentations, progress summaries, and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

  • Knowledge of neuroimaging principles and methods, particularly neuroimaging data acquisition, image reconstruction or preprocessing, quality control, and quantitative analysis.
  • Knowledge of EEG acquisition and analysis, including electrode preparation, signal synchronization, artifact identification and removal, spectral analysis, and interpretation of neurophysiological signals.
  • Knowledge of statistical methods and reproducible research practices for analyzing biomedical and longitudinal experimental data.
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, electrical engineering, medical physics, bioengineering, or a closely related field upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Nan-kuei Chen

Professor, Biomedical Engineering

nkchen@arizona.edu
Open Date 7/31/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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