Computing Sciences Researcher II, Biomedical Engineering

The Biomedical Engineering department in the College of Engineering is seeking motivated applicants to fill a Computer Sciences Researcher II position in the laboratory of Dr. Nun-kuei Chen.

The successful applicant will work with providing neurological data with cognitive assessment, MRI, and carotid ultrasound to identify key neurological signatures of individual differences in cognitive aging.

We are seeking a well-rounded, motivated and enthusiastic individual with experience in computer software and languages. This individual should be detailed-oriented, conscientious, and have the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.

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

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• Under the supervision of Dr. Chen, conduct highly specialized research to identify key neurological signatures of individual differences in cognitive aging.
• Participate in creating and implementing MRI data processing pipelines with suitable computer software and language (e.g., Python, R, Matlab, among others) to process large-scale and multi-site MRI data.
• Assist Dr. Chen with overseeing MRI data harmonization software procedures and quality control protocols for multi-site studies.
• Assist with managing the CAN data server, specifically the XNAT server uniquely designed for large-scale and multi-site MRI studies, so that MRI data annotation and pre-processing are automatically performed in a rigorous and robust manner as required by NIH.
• Aid with addressing issues and challenges in MRI data processing using creative, innovative, and effective ways.
• Collaborate and communicate with scientists and investigators in the PAN study to help design computer software procedures to effectively answer proposed scientific questions.
• Document the data processing pipelines according to NIH standards.
• Support administering the workflow of MRI data processing.
• Contribute to publishing the developed methods (e.g., through participating in journal paper publication and sharing software in github).
• Participate with applying the knowledge in computer sciences, MRI data processing, and data management to improve the NIH-funded study.
• Assist with supervision of student workers and analyzing MRI data.
• Training entry level staff on using the equipment and analyzing data.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills in working with both technical and non-technical personnel at different levels in the organization.
• Expertise in human MRI studies.
• Knowledge of research data management, and/or research data lifecycle.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary team.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Experience working with MRI data and analytics.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python and R, C++, and Java.
• Previous experience working with relational databases and creating SQL queries.

Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).