Director, Small-Animal Imaging Core Facility

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Position Overview:
The small-animal Imaging Core Facility at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is a state-of-the-art animal imaging facility including MRI PET CT SPECT and ultrasound modalities. We are recruiting a director who will oversee the operation development and strategic direction of the facility. The successful candidate will oversee state-of-the-art animal imaging modalities including MRI PET CT SPECT and ultrasound provide expert consultation to researchers and ensure the highest quality data generation and analysis. Qualified candidates will have an extensive background in one or more of the primary imaging modalities supported by the facility. This is a fully institution-supported faculty position. Appointment level is dependent on career stage and track record.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and oversight for the Small-animal Imaging Core Facility
• Develop and commission advanced animal imaging modalities including MRI PET CT SPECT and ultrasound devices.
• Collaborate with principal investigators faculty and researchers to design and execute experiments.
• Supervise and train facility staff and users regarding experimental protocols and data analysis.
• Maintain troubleshoot and upgrade analytical instrumentation.
• Oversee facility operations and technical staff including budgeting pricing structure and compliance with safety regulations.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance the facilitys capabilities.
• Prepare reports publications and grant proposals related to small animal imaging research.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Physics Engineering Biophysics or a related field.
• Extensive experience in one of the following: molecular imaging magnetic resonance imaging or computed tomography.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing a core facility or research laboratory
• Strong track record of scientific contributions including publications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaborations
• Experience in budget management and facility operations

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following to Patrick Badua ()

• A cover letter detailing relevant experience research interests and technical expertise.
• A curriculum vitae (CV).
• Contact information for three professional references.

Pay Range: $125000 - $300000

Faculty compensation is based on multiple variables. This range represents annual salary only and does not include supplemental performance-based pay or any one-time payments that eligible candidates may be offered at the time of hire.

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