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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
Post Doctoral Research Associate
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A Biomedical Engineer designs solutions to problems in medicine and biology to improve patient care. Combines engineering with medical and biological knowledge. May develop medical products designed to replace biological functions, such as prosthetic limbs or artificial hearts, or design equipment such as X-rays and surgical tools.
$91,864 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
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Position range in Tarrant County $49k - $82k Per Year Post Doctoral Research Associate
This position offers a highly interdisciplinary environment at the interface of biophotonics, ultrasound, nanomaterials, and imaging physics, with opportunities to lead independent research directions and contribute to high-impact publications and future grant proposals..Conduct independent and collaborative research in biomedical imaging and bioengineeringDesign and perform experiments involving optical imaging, ultrasound systems, and/or contrast agentsDevelop computational models and reconstruction algorithms for imaging systemsAnalyze experimental data and prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journalsMentor graduate and undergraduate studentsContribute to proposal development and interdisciplinary research initiativesPerforms other duties as needed.
Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biomaterials, Nanotechnology, or a closely related field, with expertise in imaging, instrumentation, or nanomaterials.
Strong background in at least one of the following areas:
Optical imaging / biophotonicsUltrasound imaging or acousticsNanomaterials / contrast agentsSignal processing or computational imagingDemonstrated research productivity (e.g., peer-reviewed publications)Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Experience with hybrid imaging systems (e.g., ultrasound-optical, photoacoustic, or related modalities)Experience with stimuli-responsive nanomaterials (e.g., thermosensitive liposomes, polymer nanoparticles, microgels)Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, or similar platformsHands-on experience with instrumentation, electronics, or system integrationAbility or interest in leading independent research directions
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
Occupation:
Bioengineers and Biomedical EngineersLocation:
Arlington, TX - 76019Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day ShiftPosted:
04/30/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Selection RequiredUpdated:
05/03/2026Expires:
04/30/2027Agency Job ID:
F00750P Job #: 17009000 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Doctorate Degree Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . The Department of Bioengineering in the College of Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the area of biomedical engineering (imaging, bioinstrumentation or nanotechnology).The successful candidate will join a research lab focused on developing advanced imaging technologies that overcome fundamental depth-resolution limitations in biological tissues. The research integrates hybrid ultrasound-optical imaging, contrast agent design, and computational reconstruction, with applications in deep-tissue imaging, tumor microenvironment characterization, and functional sensing.This position offers a highly interdisciplinary environment at the interface of biophotonics, ultrasound, nanomaterials, and imaging physics, with opportunities to lead independent research directions and contribute to high-impact publications and future grant proposals..Conduct independent and collaborative research in biomedical imaging and bioengineeringDesign and perform experiments involving optical imaging, ultrasound systems, and/or contrast agentsDevelop computational models and reconstruction algorithms for imaging systemsAnalyze experimental data and prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journalsMentor graduate and undergraduate studentsContribute to proposal development and interdisciplinary research initiativesPerforms other duties as needed.
Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biomaterials, Nanotechnology, or a closely related field, with expertise in imaging, instrumentation, or nanomaterials.
Strong background in at least one of the following areas:
Optical imaging / biophotonicsUltrasound imaging or acousticsNanomaterials / contrast agentsSignal processing or computational imagingDemonstrated research productivity (e.g., peer-reviewed publications)Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Experience with hybrid imaging systems (e.g., ultrasound-optical, photoacoustic, or related modalities)Experience with stimuli-responsive nanomaterials (e.g., thermosensitive liposomes, polymer nanoparticles, microgels)Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, or similar platformsHands-on experience with instrumentation, electronics, or system integrationAbility or interest in leading independent research directions