Mri Scientist

Località: Rozzano, IT, 20089

MRI scientist on the Project "Functional Plasticity in Pain-Related Circuits Upon Brain Radiosurgery in Patients with Refractory Chronic Pain" We are seeking an MRI scientist to join our project, "Functional plasticity in pain-related circuits upon brain radiosurgery in patients with refractory chronic pain." The project aims to use MRI to investigate functional and structural changes in the brain circuits of patients with intractable and refractory chronic neuropathic pain undergoing thalamus or trigeminal nerve radiosurgery with Gamma Knife. The post-holder will collaborate with our research group to develop MRI acquisition methods, analyze signals, and apply these methods to study the human brain in healthy volunteers and patients with neuropathic pain. The project includes also the integration of human data (including imaging, neuropsychological, and clinical data) with preclinical data.

This position is ideal for researchers with a background in applied physics, engineering, or neuroscience, who are capable of developing a strong understanding of MRI.

The expected start date for this position is January 2025, with some flexibility depending on candidate availability. The project is scheduled to last for 3 years and is based at the IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital in Rozzano, Italy. The appointment will be within the Neuroradiology Unit directed by Prof. Politi. The unit collaborates closely with the Neurosurgery, Radiotherapy, Neuro-oncology, and Neurology Units of the Hospital. A Siemens Naeotom Alpha photon-counting CT and a Siemens 3T Cima.X MRI scanner will be installed by the end of 2024 and will be dedicated to clinical research, and the Unit is currently equipped with a Siemens 3T SkyraFit MRI scanner, four 1.5T scanners, and a 1T MRI scanner. The Unit also has high-performance computing and cloud processing resources.

Compensation will be based on the candidate's background and level of experience.

Professional Profile and Responsibilities The selected candidate will:

Perform processing and analysis of magnetic resonance images; Optimize human MRI protocols and assist in acquiring MR images for research studies; Conduct MRI quality assurance using phantoms; Write articles for scientific publications; Contribute to the research projects of the Neuroradiology Research Group. Required Education Master's degree in physics, biomedical engineering, computer science, neuroscience, or psychology. Technical Skills Strong programming skills for image and signal processing and statistical analysis (Python, Matlab, R, etc.); Familiarity with common brain imaging analysis toolboxes (FSL, SPM, MRtrix, etc.). Preferred Qualifications PhD in MRI-related topics (MRI image acquisition and processing, pulse programming, etc.); Experience with clinical and/or preclinical MRI scanners; Experience with the XNAT platform; Expertise in diffusion MRI, functional MRI, perfusion MRI, relaxometry, and MR signal modeling; Strong scientific track record; Highly organized and reliably independent, with attention to detail and an eagerness to acquire new skills.

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