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Location: Coral Gables, Florida
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Scientist, SOM
The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Scientist to work at the UHealth Medical Campus.
Core Job Summary
The Scientist, SOM supports the University's research goals and objectives by engaging in complex experiments and investigations in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET) neuroimaging of the brain to study cognitive aging and neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Lewy body dementia, and vascular cognitive impairment. Moreover, an employee in this position contributes to the scientific community and promotes the University's reputation as a leader in the field.
Core Responsibilities
Oversees research employees, students, and other relevant staff.
Authors scientific publications, technical and agency reports, and patent applications.
Assists in the development of training materials for research staff.
Plans experiments and records and analyzes findings.
Prepares research proposals and funding applications.
Ensures that all activities are in compliance with applicable quality and regulatory standards.
Maintains current knowledge of relevant scientific and technical developments.
Presents ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences.
Department Specific Functions
A strong working knowledge of MRI computer software, anatomy, and physics are needed to implement advanced research MR protocols involving structural, functional, and diffusion MRI.
A strong working knowledge of PET software for Fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG), amyloid and tau imaging are needed to implement and analyze advanced research PET protocols.
Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide outstanding and comprehensive imaging services to patients and research participants.
Contribute to manuscript and grant preparation.
Ensure the accurate execution of research protocols in accordance with Good Clinical Practices, HIPPA and required obligations to participants, Director, faculty, staff, and research team.
Maintains research records and invoices in accordance with established protocols and in compliance with state and federal regulations regarding privacy and security of confidential protected health information.
Conducts quality assurance of neuroimaging data and protocols
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Core Qualifications
Ph.D., M.D. or other doctoral level degree in relevant field
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
Proficiency in processing and analyzing MRI and PET imaging data.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
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