Postdoctoral Fellow - Magnetic Resonance Systems Laboratory

A postdoctoral fellowship position is available in the Department of Imaging Physics in the laboratory of Dr. James A. Bankson.

Dr. Bankson leads the Magnetic Resonance Systems Laboratory at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; he currently serves as the Section Chief for Imaging Physics Research, and he is Deputy Director of the Small Animal Imaging Facility. His research is focused on the development and use of advanced magnetic resonance imaging technologies that provide new insight into disease and response to therapy.

Link to Bankson Laboratory:
https://www.mdanderson.org/research/departments-labs-institutes/labs/magnetic-resonance-systems.html

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The fellow will be trained in advanced imaging sciences, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and spectroscopic imaging (MRSI); hyperpolarized imaging agents; quantitative, multiparametric, and multinuclear imaging; execution of preclinical and translational human studies; data analysis, visualization, and interpretation.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
An individual holding a recent (within three years) Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M.) in an appropriate field who is seeking a temporary appointment under the supervision of a faculty mentor, involving full-time laboratory-based research or scholarship in preparation for an academic or research career as an independent investigator. This appointment is not part of a clinical training program; individuals holding an M.D. degree or equivalent are not permitted to engage in patient care activity.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION
The trainee will be appointed for one year from the date of hire with an option to be renewed for up to three years.

FACULTY MENTOR
Dr. James A. Bankson