The instructor will contribute to scientific and medical research in areas such as biochemistry, biomedical imaging, or related disciplines. The successful candidate is expected to independently lead and coordinate assigned research projects, contribute to ongoing collaborative studies, and actively participate in the development of new research directions. Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and conducting advanced experiments in metabolic imaging and related biomedical applications.
• Preparing and characterizing imaging agents for in vivo and in vitro studies.
• Analyzing imaging and metabolomics data using established and novel analytical methods.
• Presenting research findings in internal meetings, scientific conferences, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Contributing to the preparation of grant applications and progress reports.
• Advising students, trainees, and research staff as appropriate.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, initiative in developing follow-up studies, and the ability to recommend and implement improved techniques and procedures. A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.

This position is established for a person with PhD degree and expertise in medical research.  The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, initiative in developing follow-up studies, and the ability to recommend and implement improved techniques and procedures. A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Applications should include a  a curriculum vitae.  All materials should be sent electronically as a single PDF file to Jae Mo Park, Associate Professor, Advanced Imaging Research Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, US: JaeMo.Park@UTSouthwestern.edu and uploaded to the UT Southwestern careers webpage: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.  As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/