Posted on : Tuesday 2 May 2017

Job title : 2017/05/02- Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Multi-Parametric Imaging of Fat Metabolism

Organization : The Singapore Bioimaging Consortium (SBIC) is a research consortium of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) in Singapore. SBIC aims to build a coordinated national programme for imaging research, bringing together substantial strengths in the physical sciences and engineering and those in the biomedical sciences. It seeks to identify and consolidate the various bioimaging capabilities across local research institutes, universities and hospitals, in order to speed the development of biomedical research discoveries.
Metabolic Imaging Group of SBIC is actively involved in cutting edge translational research in metabolic diseases. The group also utilizes wide range of metabolic interventions including diet, exercise and drugs to understand fat partitioning and metabolic changes in small / large animals.
More information about SBIC can be found at http://www.a-star.edu.sg/sbic/

Mission : The Singapore Bioimaging Consortium (SBIC) is currently looking for post-doctoral candidates to participate in research projects including:
Quantitative high resolution imaging of white, brown and browning adipose tissues using Dixon Techniques, Relaxation Mapping, Diffusion, Perfusion, and fat composition using multi-nuclear methods (Ex. 1H, 13C, 31P, 23Na, 19F). The candidates will also have opportunities to participate in hybrid imaging of adipose tissues including MRI-PET and MRI-Optical methods. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to broaden his/her scientific experience by participating in advanced multi-modal imaging research using small animal MRI/MRS scanners.
Facility and Equipment:
The core facilities include Bruker 9.4T Biospec, 11.7T equipped with cryocoil, Bruker 7T ClinScan MRI, Siemens 3T Skyra, Bruker 400 and 600 MHz NMR, HyperSense dynamic polarization system, PET-MR, PET-CT, and SPECT-CT scanners. For further information about SBIC, please visit our website: http://www.sbic.a-star.edu.sg/.
The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to broaden his/her scientific experience by participating in advanced multi-modal imaging research using small animal imaging systems and translational clinical research.

Locality : Singapore

Remuneration : NC

Degrees required : PhD in MR Physics, Biomedical Engineering and/or related areas

Skills required : Strong knowledge of MR sequences and wllingness to work with small / large animals. Expertise in utilizing / developing advanced imaging techniques with appropriate post-processing within matlab, mathematica or other softwarePulse sequence programming experience is preferable on Bruker (Paravision) / Siemens (IDEA) MR systems. The appointee will be expected to work with initiative and independence. Strong interpersonal skills are required, with the ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Solid organizational, written and oral-communication skills are required. The proposed project is in a very competitive field and will demand a high level of commitment. The appointee is expected to take an active part in the academic life of the SBIC, including contributing to journal clubs and seminar presentations, and where appropriate to present data at national and international conferences.

Contact : Enquiries about the position can be mailed to Dr. S. Sendhil Velan who will be available at ISMRM sendhil_velan@sbic.a-star.edu.sg