Postdoctoral Research Associate Optical Imaging Laboratory
At VCU, we take pride in our deep commitment to our postdoctoral community. In 2026, the National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) named VCU as one of only 12 recipients of its inaugural Institutional Policy Awards, recognizing our transformative efforts to elevate quality of life and workplace equity for postdocs. The Department of Biomedical Engineering in the College of Engineering at Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for the Postdoctoral Research Associate – Optical Imaging Laboratory position.
Responsibilities
- Develop and expand a diversified technical skill set while contributing to optical and thermal imaging technology development and relevant clinical applications.
- Design, test, validate, and apply near‑infrared optical/thermal imaging devices.
- Perform biomedical optics research, electrical circuit design, and device optimization.
- Write extensive MATLAB and Python code; apply machine‑learning techniques to imaging data.
- Conduct clinical imaging studies and perform statistical analyses.
- Mentor junior team members and ensure the highest levels of laboratory safety.
- Collaborate with a broad network of scientists and engineers across engineering and medical schools.
- Work under tight deadlines and short turnaround times.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in MATLAB and Python programming.
- Strong background in biomedical optics and electrical engineering design.
- Experience with machine‑learning applications and clinical imaging.
- Ability to mentor junior team members and maintain laboratory safety.
- Excellent communication skills with a solid record of publications and presentations.
- Demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and meet tight deadlines.
- Commitment to fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with diverse faculty, staff, and students.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing and developing optical phantoms.
- Design, development, and validation of smartphone‑based and hand‑held optical imaging technologies.
- Design and development of hand‑held or portable multimodal imaging technologies.
Benefits
VCU postdocs are Virginia state employees, with benefits mirroring 12‑month faculty. All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment. Consult the benefits website for detailed eligibility information.
Pay
Salary Range: $50,000 to $55,000 per year
Contact Information
Contact Name: Emily Perrault
Contact Email: perraultek@vcu.edu