Current Openings:
Program Director in the Division of Applied Science and Technology
The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) is seeking a creative, energetic and dedicated individual for the position of a Program Director in the Division of Applied Science and Technology (DAST). The scientific focus will be on medical imaging technologies, specifically managing a portfolio in nuclear (radionuclide, SPECT and PET) medicine imaging, x-ray (including advanced computed tomography technologies, CT), electron and ion beam technologies, and related areas within NIBIB’s mission. The responsibilities of the position include: leading all aspects of scientific program management including interacting with potential applicants, recommendation of applications for funding, management of funded grants and awards, outreach, portfolio analysis, program evaluation, identification of critical gaps and development of initiatives, and measures (organizing workshops, publishing notices to the research community, and interacting with professional societies) to address these.
The ideal candidate will have a PhD/DSc in imaging physics, with special emphasis on x-ray and radionuclide imaging, engineering physics or closely related fields, an established record of outstanding research accomplishments, scientific leadership and service within the community of scientists, health professionals, industry and others interested in the advancement of biomedical imaging technologies. Strong analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and written and oral communication skills are essential for success in this position. Knowledge of federal medical imaging technology programs and funding is preferred but not required. The Program Director will be exposed to a broad range of scientific program areas in biomedical imaging technologies and will be closely involved with advances in these fields while contributing to NIBIB’s technology development efforts.
The Program Director will interact with investigators and trainees from universities and business entities across the country as well as colleagues in Program, Scientific Review, and Grants Management within NIBIB and across other NIH institutes and centers, NIH-wide initiatives.
Those who are interested should contact:
Director, Research Sciences & Strategic Directions, NIBIB-Office of the Director
Acting Director, Division of Applied Science and Technology
National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering
Email: kris.kandarpa@nih.gov; Phone: (301) 219-1098
and/or
Program Director, Nuclear Medicine & CT Technologies Division of Applied Science and Technology, NIBIB
Email: igeorge.zubal@nih.gov Phone: 301-451-4780
Delegated Examining (Open to Public)
Merit Promotion (Open to Status Candidates)
Applications should be submitted through USAjobs.gov May 15, 2023 through May 24, 2023.
Applicants submitting applications for this position are strongly encouraged to contact Dr. Kandarpa and/or Dr. George Zubal directly to indicate their interest. More about global recruitment and tips for applicants can be found on this FAQ page.
Program Director in the Division of Health Informatics Technologies
Seeking candidates for two positions
The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) is seeking creative, energetic and dedicated individuals for two Program Director positions in the Division of Health Informatics Technologies (DHIT). The scientific focus for the respective positions will be on managing a biomedical technologies portfolio in either: 1) Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and medical imaging; or 2) Point-of-care technologies and digital health—among other related areas within DHIT portfolios.
The responsibilities of the positions include: leading all aspects of scientific program management including interacting with potential applicants, recommendation of applications for funding, management of funded grants and awards, outreach, portfolio analysis, program evaluation, identification of critical gaps and development of initiatives and measures to address these.
The ideal candidates will have a PhD in Biomedical Engineering/Bioengineering or a related field, an established record of outstanding research accomplishments, scientific leadership and service within the community of scientists, health professionals, industry and others interested in the advancement of biomedical technologies and data science. Strong analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and written and oral communication skills are essential for success in this detail position. Program experience, especially in technology development program, is preferred but not required.
The Program Directors will be exposed to a broad range of scientific program areas in biomedical engineering and bioinformatics and will learn about the exciting work and advances in these fields while contributing to NIBIB’s technology development efforts. The Program Directors will interact with investigators and trainees from universities across the country as well as colleagues in Program, Scientific Review and Grants Management within the IC and across the NIH.
Those who are interested should contact:
Behrouz Shabestari, Ph.D.
Director, NIBIB National Technology Centers Program
Acting Director, Division of Health Informatics Technologies
National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering
Email: behrouz.shabestari@nih.gov; (240) 271-7701
Delegated Examining (Open to Public)
Merit Promotion (Open to Status Candidates)
Applications should be submitted through USAjobs.gov May 15, 2023 through May 24, 2023.
Applicants submitting applications for these positions are strongly encouraged to contact Dr. Behrouz Shabestari directly to indicate their interest. More about global recruitment and tips for applicants can be found on this FAQ page.
Budget Officer, Office of Financial Management, Office of Administrative Management
This position is located in the Office of Financial Management (OFM), Office of Administrative Management (OAM) of the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB).
As Director, Office of Financial Management and Budget Officer for NIBIB, this position exercises responsibility for all aspects of the financial and budget programs of the Institute, and for providing guidance to the Institute’s officials and administrative staff in budget and financial management policies and procedures. The Budget Officer oversees the work of the subordinate staff of the OFM, in constantly devising new and/or revising existing financial management systems to meet the dynamic, constantly changing funding environment of the Federal government. These systems are used to formulate, monitor, and evaluate the Institute’s plans for and expenditures of funds for grants, contracts, intramural research, and administrative activities.
This Budget Offier also provides senior level supervision, management, and oversight for the budget formulation, presentation, and execution responsibilities of the Institute. This position provides technical and strategic expertise and serves as the principal professional advisor to the Institute’s Director, Deputy Director, Executive Officer, and senior management officials regarding all aspects of budget formulation, justification, presentation, execution, and financial management in support of a national program of basic biomedical imaging and bioengineering research, located on the NIH campus and other facilities in Maryland.
Applications will be accepted March 20-29, 2023 on USAJobs.
Director, Division of Applied Science and Technology (Bioimaging)
NIBIB is seeking a visionary, energetic, and dedicated individual to serve as the Director of the Division of Applied Science and Technology (DAST), overseeing an extramural division supporting the development of innovative biomedical imaging technologies to transform our understanding of biological and disease processes for improving diagnostics, image-guided therapies, and human health.
DAST program areas include magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, optical, molecular probes and imaging agents, nuclear medicine, X-ray, electron, and ion beam technologies, image-guided interventions, bioanalytical sensors, and bio-electromagnetic technologies. This position oversees a division of six program directors and analyst.
Applicants must possess a PhD and/or MD degree in Biomedical Imaging, Bioengineering or a related field, with strong expertise in biomedical imaging consistent with the DAST mission. The successful candidate will be an outstanding communicator with excellent management skills, maturity, and integrity.
Applications will be accepted from September 21 through September 30, 2022.
Interested applicants may apply at USAjobs.gov, via the below opening announcements:
Delegated Examining (Open to the Public)
Merit Promotion (Open to Status Candidates)
For more information, please contact: Dr. David George, Acting Director, Extramural Science Programs, NIBIB.
Associate Director for Extramural Science Programs
POSITION: The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB), a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is seeking exceptional candidates for the challenging position of Associate Director for Extramural Science Programs, NIBIB. The NIBIB conducts national and international programs in the development and application of medical technologies through research, training, and health information dissemination. The NIBIB supports these activities in hundreds of extramural laboratories and clinics throughout the United States and in the NIBIB's intramural facilities in Bethesda, Maryland.
The Associate Director for Extramural Science Programs guides the direction of NIBIB science through new research initiatives and managing research grants, cooperative agreements, and training programs that support the mission of NIBIB. The Associate Director works closely with the NIBIB Director in shaping the direction of the Institute through strategic planning priority setting, and coordination of resources to implement these plans and priorities. This position offers a unique leadership opportunity for an exceptional scientist to have a national impact, serving as the NIBIB’s authoritative source on extramural scientific programs; management of extramural research funding; management of the business and non-programmatic areas of grants administration; coordination and oversight of business-related activities associated with the negotiation award, and administration of grants and cooperative agreements within NIBIB; and planning and execution of initial scientific and technical reviews conducted within the NIBIB. The Associate Director has the authority to address and respond to issues that affect the development, implementation, management, and review of NIBIB’s extramural scientific programs and activities, while successfully directing the Extramural Science Programs. The Associate Director has the opportunity to work collaboratively across the NIH, with other federal agencies, and with key stakeholders and organizations to further the Institute’s mission and priorities.
LOCATION: This position is in Bethesda, Maryland.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must possess an M.D. and/or Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in the biomedical sciences, physical sciences or engineering with broad senior-level research experience and experience in direct administration of a research program. Applicants should be known and respected within the scientific community, both nationally and internationally, as distinguished individuals committed to scientific excellence and having strong administrative capability. Candidates should have demonstrated leadership and organizational skills and have experience serving as a spokesperson; planning, assessing, and analyzing program objectives; and resolving operational problems and issues. Candidates should also have proven ability to manage financial and human resources including building, motivating, and maintaining a culturally diverse staff.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: The Associate Director for Extramural Science Programs, will be appointed at a salary commensurate with his/her/their qualifications and experience. A recruitment or relocation bonus may be available, and relocation expenses may be paid. Full federal benefits, including leave, health and life insurance, long-term care insurance, retirement, and savings plan (401K equivalent) will be provided. The successful candidate is subject to a background investigation and public financial disclosure report prior to the effective date of the appointment.
Please read the following guidance on Selective Service requirements.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, with no discrimination for non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, age, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization. The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT/FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: The NIH inspires public confidence in our science by maintaining high ethical principles. NIH employees are subject to federal government-wide regulations and statutes as well as agency-specific regulations described at the NIH Ethics website. We encourage you to review this information. The position is subject to a background investigation and requires the incumbent to complete a public financial disclosure report prior to the effective date of the appointment.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Applicants who have completed part or all of their education outside of the U.S. must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is equivalent to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. We will only accept the completed foreign education evaluation. For more information on Foreign Education verification, visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Verification must be received prior to the effective date of the appointment.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: NIH provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Current Curriculum Vitae
- Copy of advanced degree
- Bibliography
- Full contact details for three references
- Vision statement (not to exceed two pages)
- Statement that addresses the specific qualification requirements (not to exceed two pages)
- Statement indicating how you have promoted equity, diversity and inclusion, and describing your mentoring and outreach activities, especially those involving women and persons from racial/ethnic or other groups that are underrepresented in biomedical research (not to exceed two pages)
Applications must be sent to NIBIB-Recruitment@nih.gov with the subject Line: “Associate Director, ESP.” Applications are due by July 29, 2022, 11:59 p.m. to be considered.
You may contact Lynn Hellinger with questions and for more information about this vacancy at the above email address.
DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR BIRTH DATE OR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (SSN) ON APPLICATION MATERIALS
DHHS, NIH and NIBIB are Equal Opportunity Employers
Postdoctoral Fellow Position in the NIBIB’s Section on Mechanobiology
Fields: Mechanobiology, Biophysics, Engineering, High-resolution Imaging, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology
Research Project Title: Mechanobiology of Self-Organization in Cancer
Project Description:
The NIBIB’s Section on Mechanobiology (https://www.nibib.nih.gov/labs-at-nibib/section-mechanobiology) at the National Institutes of Health is recruiting a Post-Doctoral Fellow. The focus of the Cartagena-Rivera lab the development and use of advanced Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) tools for cellular and tissue mechanics investigation. We seek to understand several important biological processes by applying physics and engineering principles, particularly: the molecular-mechanical regulation of the actomyosin cortex and glycocalyx of highly malignant cancers (including melanoma, breast, ovarian, and pancreatic); the structural-molecular-mechanical regulation of the solid tumor microenvironment for deciphering self-organization, morphogenesis, and growth in cancer biology; and the anisotropic mechanical properties of developmental and mature inner ear sensory and non-sensory epithelial tissues using a novel noncontact AFM approach.
This position will work at the intersection of biophysics, engineering, mathematics, and molecular/cellular/developmental biology to study the mechanobiological regulation of cells and tissues during development and disease. Furthermore, will work on development of new Atomic Force Microscopy-based technologies to study fast multiparametric and multidimensional cellular and tissue processes, advances the state of the art AFM imaging methods for high spati-temporal and quantitative nanomechanical mapping. In addition, will work closely with collaborating cell biologist, geneticists, engineers, and byophysists within and outside the NIH.
Qualifications:
The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in cellular biology, biophysics, biomedical or mechanical engineering, or related discipline, with some background in molecular cell biology and developmental biology. The candidate must demonstrate ability to work in a multidisciplinary and diverse team. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has a demonstrated record of productivity and success in scientific and engineering projects. The candidate must have experience on cellular and tissue mechanics, tissue culture, AFM imaging, high-resolution optical imaging, and programming for data analysis (preferably Julia, Python, MATLAB, or R) and/or experimental devices control (preferably LabVIEW).
Position Location:
Bethesda, Maryland (NIH main campus)
To Apply:
Salary is determined by the NIH stipend level for Post-Doctoral Trainees and Fellows.Applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a maximum one-page summary of research interests, and names and contact details of three referees to Dr. Cartagena-Rivera by email at alexander.cartagena-rivera@nih.gov.
Post-Doctoral Research Position: Brain mapping using quantitative diffusion MRI
The Laboratory on Quantitative Medical Imaging (QMI) in the Intramural Research Program of the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) in the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is soliciting applications from post-doctoral level scientists interested in mapping morphological and structural features of the human brain using diffusion magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and other quantitative MRI methods. QMI has a long-standing history of developing methods that increase accuracy and reproducibility of quantitative structural MRI studies with the goal of developing robust MRI-based biomarkers for both neurological and non-neurlogical clinical applications. For a general overview about QMI’s research projects and publications, please refer to https://www.nibib.nih.gov/labs-at-nibib/quantitative-medical-imaging.
Resources:
QMI is part of the larger MRI research community at NIH, which has active programs in clinical and preclinical research. Equipment available in the NIH MRI Research Facility includes 3T and 7T human scanners and 4.7T, 7T, 9.4T and 11.7T animal scanners. Recently, we procured a high-performance gradient insert for a GE 3T MRI system and a field camera will be available soon to monitor real k-space trajectories. We are developing a number of human brain imaging applications on this system. This will lead to the availability of data of unprecedented quality, both in-vivo and ex-vivo, that will open new avenues for the understanding of brain structure, architecture, perfusion dynamics, morphology, and physiology.
We are involved in several collaborative clinical studies, including research that concentrates on multiple sclerosis, postnatal brain development and prematurity, tubulin-related disorders, and pre-surgical planning for focused ultrasound therapy in essential tremor.
Finally, we are creating high-quality anatomical atlases that could be used for the analysis of data available from large multicenter studies.
Qualifications:
- We are looking for a creative postdoctoral fellow who has a strong background in human brain anatomy and an interest in neuroimaging projects that involve building and annotating novel MRI brain atlases and analyzing the large datasets available from public repositories or data originating from the multiple ongoing clinical collaborations.
- The candidates must have a Ph.D. or an M.D., (or be in the final stages of achieving their degree) in area such as neurology, radiology, neuroscience, biomedical engineering or a related discipline.
- Previous work experience with common quantitative structural MRI techniques, such as diffusion MRI, perfusion MRI, and relaxometry is desirable.
- Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language such as C/C++, Matlab, Python, and R, as well as familiarity with existing neuroimaging tools such as Freesurfer, AFNI, FSL is desirable.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
Position includes salary and benefits commensurate with NIH guidelines for post-doctoral fellows. NIH is an equal opportunity employer.
Location: Building 13, NIH main campus, Bethesda, MD.
For more information, please contact Dr. Carlo Pierpaoli (pierpaoc@nih.gov) with a statement of interest, current CV, and the contact information of three references. The position will be open until filled.
Post-Doctoral Research Position: Statistical Methods for Neuroimaging Data Analysis
The Laboratory on Quantitative Medical Imaging (QMI) in the Intramural Research Program of the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) in the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is soliciting applications from post-doctoral level scientists interested in the development and application of statistical methods for the analysis of quantitative data in neuroimaging (with emphasis on quantitative diffusion magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI).
QMI has a long-standing history of developing methods that increase accuracy and reproducibility of quantitative structural MRI studies with the goal of developing robust MRI-based biomarkers for both neurological and non-neurological clinical applications. For a general overview about QMI’s research projects and publications, please refer to https://www.nibib.nih.gov/labs-at-nibib/quantitative-medical-imaging.
Resources:
QMI is part of the larger MRI research community at NIH, which has active programs in clinical and preclinical research. Equipment available in the NIH MRI Research Facility includes 3T and 7T human scanners and 4.7T, 7T, 9.4T and 11.7T animal scanners. Recently, we procured a high-performance gradient insert for a GE 3T MRI system and a field camera will be available soon to monitor real k-space trajectories. We are developing a number of human brain imaging applications on this system. This will lead to the availability of data of unprecedented quality, both in-vivo and ex-vivo, that will open new avenues for the understanding of brain structure, architecture, perfusion dynamics, morphology, and physiology.
We are involved in several collaborative clinical studies, including research that concentrates on multiple sclerosis, postnatal brain development and prematurity, and pre-surgical planning for focused ultrasound therapy in essential tremor.
Finally, we are creating high-quality anatomical atlases that could be used for the analysis of data available from large multicenter studies.
Qualifications:
- We are looking for a creative postdoctoral fellow who has interest and expertise in the development and implementation of novel statistical methods for the analysis of quantitative MRI data by integrating classical statistical approaches (parametric and non-parametric tests, multiple comparison, Bayesian inference, linear and non-linear mixed effects models, etc... ) and machine learning strategies (supervised learning with Bayesian approaches; neural network-based, decision tree, and forest-based approaches; unsupervised learning for feature representation; and feature selection to determine most viable biomarkers).
- Candidates must have a Ph.D. (or be in the final stages of achieving their degree) in an area such as mathematics, statistics, biomedical engineering, neuroscience, or a related discipline.
- Previous work experience with common quantitative structural MRI techniques, such as diffusion MRI, perfusion MRI, and relaxometry is desirable.
- Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language such as C/C++, Matlab, Python, and R, as well as familiarity with existing neuroimaging tools such as Freesurfer, AFNI, FSL is desirable.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
Position includes salary and benefits commensurate with NIH guidelines for post-doctoral fellows. NIH is an equal opportunity employer.
Location: Building 13, NIH main campus, Bethesda, MD.
For more information, please contact Dr. Carlo Pierpaoli (pierpaoc@nih.gov) with a statement of interest, current CV, and the contact information of three references. The position will be open until filled.
Post-Doctoral Research Position: Acquisition methods for diffusion MRI
The Laboratory on Quantitative Medical Imaging (QMI) in the Intramural Research Program of the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) in the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is soliciting applications from post-doctoral level scientists with a strong background in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) physics and pulse-sequence programming who are interested in developing novel MRI acquisition methods that would increase accuracy and reproducibility of quantitative structural MRI studies with the goal of developing robust MRI-based biomarkers for both neurological and non-neurological clinical applications. For a general overview about QMI’s research projects and publications, please refer to https://www.nibib.nih.gov/labs-at-nibib/quantitative-medical-imaging.
Resources:
QMI is part of the larger MRI research community at NIH, which has active programs in clinical and preclinical research. Equipment available in the NIH MRI Research Facility includes a number of 3T and 7T human scanners and 4.7T, 7T, 9.4T and 11.7T animal scanners. In particular, we procured a high-performance gradient insert coil that is interfaced with a GE 3T MRI system. A field camera will be available soon to monitor real k-space trajectories. We are developing a number of human brain imaging applications on this system. QMI’s primary research focus lies in the field of diffusion MRI, but integration of other quantitative MRI techniques for multimodality assessment of tissue structure/architecture is of great interest to our program.
The optimization of MRI data acquisition using this high-performance gradient insert coil in conjunction with information obtained from the dynamic field camera will lead to the availability of data of unprecedented quality that will open new avenues for the investigation of tissue structure, architecture, perfusion dynamics, morphology, and physiology.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will be working in a multidisciplinary environment, coordinating his/her research effort in MRI acquisition and reconstruction with other team members involved in the development of post-processing and analysis methods, as well as with neuroscientists and clinicians, with the goal of building reliable acquisition and post-processing tools for clinically translatable applications.
- We are looking for a creative postdoctoral fellow aiming to work on original interdisciplinary research projects.
- The candidate must have or must be in the final stages of achieving a Ph.D. in a relevant area such as physics, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering or a related discipline.
- Expertise in MRI pulse sequence programming, with preference for GE and Philips systems, is required.
- Prior experience with diffusion MRI pulse sequences is desirable, and interest to learn about less conventional diffusion MRI acquisitions is important.
- Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language such as C/C++, Matlab and Python is desirable, as well as familiarity with Linux.
Previous work experience with common quantitative structural MRI techniques, such as diffusion MRI, perfusion MRI, and relaxometry is desirable.
Position includes salary and benefits commensurate with NIH guidelines for post-doctoral fellows. NIH is an equal opportunity employer.
Location: Building 13, NIH main campus, Bethesda, MD.
For more information, please contact Dr. Carlo Pierpaoli (pierpaoc@nih.gov) with a statement of interest, current CV, and the contact information of three references. The position will remain available until filled.
Research and Clinical Fellowships in the Imaging Sciences Training Program
The Imaging Sciences Training Program (ISTP), at the National Institutes of Health, jointly sponsored by Radiology and Imaging Sciences (RAD) in the Clinical Center and the Intramural Research Program of the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB), is accepting applications for one to two-year fellowship positions on a rolling admission basis. This program provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who plan a research career in imaging and biomedical sciences.
This ISTP provides opportunities in clinical, translational and basic imaging research available in Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Nuclear Medicine, Positron Emission Tomography, Interventional Radiology Laboratory and Molecular and Cellular Imaging. The program spans research in all aspects of clinical and basic imaging sciences. Applicants can choose to work in research areas including: neuroimaging, interventional, oncological, vascular, metabolic imaging and computer-aided diagnosis using various imaging techniques. There are bench-to-bedside research opportunities in MRI/MRS, MR microscopy, PET radiochemistry, contrast agent development, cellular and molecular imaging, high intensity focused ultrasound, and targeted drug delivery, and innovative image processing and visualization algorithms. Qualified applicants will also be able to have clinical exposure to a unique research patient population found at the NIH. Fellows in the ISTP will have access to state-of-the-art imaging and computer facilities dedicated to research found in the Clinical Center, In Vivo NMR Research Center, and various basic science laboratories. Collaboration with imaging scientists on the NIH campus will be encouraged.
Applicants should hold an MD, MD/PhD or PhD degree and should have completed training in radiology, nuclear medicine, biomedical engineering or a related area of the imaging sciences. Applications from individuals currently in U.S. residency programs may also be considered for research fellowship positions. Foreign graduates can also be considered for the Fogarty Visiting Fellows Program. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required for this full-time equivalent appointment. Salary will vary depending upon qualifications including number of years of post-residency or graduate training. NIH also provides a generous benefits package. NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.
Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, at least three letters of reference and a preliminary statement concerning their area of research interest to:
Dr. Joseph A. Frank
c/o Ms. Cassandra Smith
Radiology and Imaging Sciences
Building 10 Room B1N256
10 Center Drive MSC 1074
Bethesda, Maryland 20892-1074
E-mail: smithc4@cc.nih.gov
Additional information can be found at the Imaging Sciences Training Program website.
NIH is an equal opportunity employer.
Postdoctoral Fellow Position at NIH-NIBIB-IES
Field: Immunology, Epigenetics, Regenerative Medicine, Trauma Medicine
Research Project Title: Genetic Understanding and Manipulation of Immune Responses to Biomaterials
Position Description: The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) is seeking candidates for a Post-Doctoral Fellow position in the Intramural Research Program, in the Section on Immuno-Engineering.
This position will work at the intersection of immunology and engineering to analyze biological responses to medical device implantation and develop new technologies to promote device integration and tissue regeneration. Work will focus on characterizing immune responses to materials with the opportunity to work with next-generation high-color flow cytometers and the vast microscopy knowledge available at NIBIB. Will also work closely with collaborating immunologists in other NIH institutes and with muscle trauma researchers at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, who will help with functional regeneration testing. The Section on Immuno-Engineering focuses on immune reactions to medical devices and regenerative therapeutics to determine biologic mechanisms of immune responses to biomaterials in order to then leverage/modulate those to promote device integration and tissue regeneration. Candidates would be responsible for conducting studies to understand the basic molecular mechanisms of the local and systemic immune response to biomaterials and medical devices, focusing on innate immune activation and differentiation.
Qualifications: The applicant must have a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Immunology, or related discipline. The applicant must display strong technical experience with bisulfite sequencing and/or ChIP-sequencing, along with exposure standard techniques such as qRT-PCR and flow cytometry. Experience with animal modeling is preferred. Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the research, any interested applicants should be open to learning new techniques, especially in the field of trauma medicine and biomaterial therapeutics.
To Apply: Interested applicants should send their CV along with a one-page research statement (past/current/future) and the names and email addresses of 3 references to Dr. Kaitlyn Sadtler at kaitlyn.sadtler@nih.gov.
Position includes salary and benefits in line with NIH standard levels for postdoctoral fellows.
The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs. The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
CONTACT: Dr. Kaitlyn Sadtler, PhD