An important component of this position will be to work as part of an interdisciplinary team spanning engineering, neuroscience, and the medical school. The successful candidate will be required to lead independent research projects, work closely with our medical collaborators, mentor students, and publish high-quality research each year. The position is available to start immediately, initially for 12 months with possibility of renewal for up to three years.
Required qualifications:
- Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
- Strong engineering and experimental background
- Experience in conducting animal experiments
- Strong publication track record
- Strong written and oral English communication skills
Preferred qualifications:
- Expertise in brain imaging
- Experience in finite element and biomechanical modeling
- Experience in collecting medical imaging data
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Interested applicants can send their application materials (cover letter, CV, names and contact information of three references, link to your personal website, copies of three relevant scientific publications) to Dr. Kaveh Laksari at klaksari@email.arizona.edu. More information can be found at engr.arizona.edu/~klaksari.