Core Facility Director: The University of Connecticut (UConn) is seeking a full-time Director for its state-of-the-art neuroimaging core facility located in UConn’s Brain Imaging Research Center (BIRC). The facility houses advanced instrumentation, including a Siemens Prisma 3-Tesla scanner, and supports neuroimaging research in cognition, cognitive neuroscience, language, speech, reading, and other related fields. The Director will oversee the facility’s operations, provide consultations and training, and ensure the facility remains at the forefront of neuroimaging research.
Designation: Facility Scientist 4
Research Area: Neuroimaging, Biomedical Engineering, Cognitive/Computational Neuroscience
Location: Storrs Campus, University of Connecticut
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. or equivalent in biomedical engineering, cognitive/computational neuroscience, or related fields
- Minimum of 3 years of post-Ph.D. experience in the neuroimaging field
- Significant expertise in conducting human neuroimaging, particularly functional MRI
- Strong track record of participation in federally-funded large-scale research projects and peer-reviewed publications
- Expertise necessary to support diverse research areas and keep the facility at the cutting edge of neuroimaging
- Ability and eagerness to provide technical consultations and workshops/seminars for faculty and students
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with a service-oriented mindset
- Excellent organizational and management skills
- Knowledge of computer programming and high-performance computing
- Commitment to supporting a diverse community
Job Description: The Director of the Neuroimaging Core Facility will be responsible for managing the facility, providing technical support and training to faculty and students, and ensuring the facility remains at the forefront of neuroimaging research. The Director will work closely with researchers from various fields, contribute to consultations and analytical tools, maintain instruments, and deliver workshops and seminars. The University of Connecticut has strong research programs in cognition, cognitive neuroscience, and other related areas. The appointment will fall under the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) Center for Open Research Resources (COR²E) and/or the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS).
How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply online at the UConn Human Resources website (https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs). Upload a single PDF file containing a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and scholarship statement, a brief statement on commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and contact information for three professional references. The evaluation of applicants will begin on August 7, 2023.
Last Date for Apply: The application deadline is August 7, 2023.
Table 1: Research Area
| Research Area |
|---|
| Neuroimaging, Biomedical Engineering, Cognitive/Computational Neuroscience |
Table 2: Eligibility/Qualification
| Eligibility/Qualification |
|---|
| Ph.D. or equivalent in biomedical engineering, cognitive/computational neuroscience, or related fields |
| Minimum of 3 years of post-Ph.D. experience in the neuroimaging field |
| Significant expertise in conducting human neuroimaging, particularly functional MRI |
| Strong track record of participation in federally-funded large-scale research projects and peer-reviewed publications |
| Expertise necessary to support diverse research areas and keep the facility at the cutting edge of neuroimaging |
| Ability and eagerness to provide technical consultations and workshops/seminars for faculty and students |
| Excellent oral and written communication skills with a service-oriented mindset |
| Excellent organizational and management skills |
| Knowledge of computer programming and high-performance computing |
| Commitment to supporting a diverse community |
Table 3: Job Description
| Responsibilities |
|---|
| Manage the neuroimaging core facility |
| Provide technical support, consultations, and training to faculty and students |
| Ensure the facility remains at the forefront of neuroimaging research |
| Collaborate with researchers from diverse fields |
| Maintain instruments and deliver workshops/seminars |
| Contribute to consultations, analytical tools, and research projects |
| Work closely with the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) and/or College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) |
Table 4: How to Apply
| Application Process |
|---|
| Apply online at the UConn Human Resources website |
| Upload a single PDF file with required documents and information |
Table 5: Last Date for Apply
| Last Date for Apply |
|---|
| August 7, 2023 |
Table 6: Location
| Location |
|---|
| Storrs Campus, University of Connecticut |
Table 7: Contact
| Contact |
|---|
| Andrew Moiseff |
| Chair of Search # 497648 |
| Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences |
| University of Connecticut |
| Storrs, CT 06269-4098 |
| Email: Andrew.Moiseff@UConn.edu |
Table 8: Company Description
| Company Description |
|---|
| The University of Connecticut is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and supporting a diverse community. The University values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and aims to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. |
Table 9: Additional Information
| Terms and Conditions of Employment |
|---|
| Full-time, end-dated position with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and funding |
| Competitive salary and outstanding benefits, including tuition reimbursement and desirable work environment |
| Employment contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check |
