A temporary full-time, grant-funded Post-Doctoral Fellow position is available immediately, in the Physical Sciences Platform at Sunnybrook Research Institute, to develop and evaluate focused ultrasound in the spine.This research group has a multi-disciplinary team of individuals with backgrounds in physics, engineering, biology, and medicine. The clinical relevance of this work is high, and the pace of research is fast. This is an excellent environment for a motivated individual interested in the field of medical technology and biomedical engineering to gain valuable skills and experienceThe successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out experimental and computational work, performing data analysis and preparing manuscripts for publication.Responsibilities include:
Implementing numerical models and conducting in silico analyses
Conducting benchtop and in vivo experiments of focused ultrasound in the spine
Analyzing research results and preparing manuscripts for publication
Requirements:
PhD received in last 5 years in Medical Biophysics, Biomedical Engineering, Physics or related discipline
Strong programming skills and prior experience with acoustic simulations
Experience with acoustic field measurements in spine
Experience with large animal models of ultrasound bioeffects in the spine.
The position is an excellent opportunity to develop a broad skill set related to biomedical research. Submit your application by clicking on Apply Now below.
The location and/or details in the job posting may change depending on operational needs.
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and to build a career in an innovative and dynamic organization, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below.Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
