Research Associate

To conduct research within microstructure imaging through diffusion MRI, computational modelling and machine learning and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out research leading to the publishing of high-quality research. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same., Research

• To conduct research within microstructure imaging through diffusion MRI, computational modelling and machine learning and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students.

• To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals

• To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required

• To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting

• To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate

• To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field

• To participate in School research activities.

• To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects

Other

• To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.

• To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.

• To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world

• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

1. Postgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion / submission) in a related subject area (e.g., Physics/Maths/Imaging Science) or relevant industrial experience., 2. An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within the following research fields:

2. biophysical modelling,

3. computational imaging,

4. machine learning,

5. medical image analysis.

6. Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field

7. Experience in scientific programming using: Matlab, Python, C, C++, CUDA, Java or another widely used high-level programming language.

8. Proven ability to publish in national/international journals / national/international conferences and/or other research outputs.

9. Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodies

Communication and Team Working

1. Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication

2. Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals

Other

1. Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work

2. Proven ability to work without close supervision, 1. Ability to present complex information effectively to a range of audiences.

3. Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.

4. Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.

This post is full time (35 hours per week), fixed term for 30 months or until the 30 September 2027, whichever is sooner, and is available immediately.

Salary: £40,247 – £45,163 per annum (Grade 6)

Appointments to roles at Cardiff University are usually made at bottom of scale unless in exceptional circumstances.

Cardiff University offers many excellent benefits, including 45 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays), local pension scheme, a cycle to work scheme and other travel initiatives, annual increments within the pay scale, and more. It’s an exciting and vibrant place to work with many different challenges and is a proud Living Wage supporter. Business needs will require some degree of office-based working but the balance of time can be spent in the office or remotely (subject to agreement with the line manager).

For informal inquiries, please contact Dr Marco Palombo, palombom@cardiff.ac.uk