Research Scientist, Ultrasound Imaging
San FranciscoFull-timePosted 6mo ago
About the role
Research scientist focusing on ultrasound imaging at Nudge. Develop algorithms for ultrasound-based brain imaging, contribute to hardware design for imaging, validate in-silico methods with custom hardware in models and in vivo (rodents and humans), and develop aberration correction techniques.
Responsibilities
- Develop algorithms for structural and functional ultrasound-based imaging of the brain
- Contribute to the design of custom hardware optimized for imaging
- Perform validation of in-silico ultrasound imaging methods with custom hardware in physical models and in vivo in both rodents and humans
- Develop aberration correction techniques informed by ultrasound-based imaging
Qualifications
- A PhD or postdoc in physics, bioengineering, medical imaging, or similar engineering discipline
- Expertise in ultrasound physics and metrology
- Exceptional proficiency in full-waveform inversion imaging, functional transcranial doppler imaging, or functional ultrasound imaging
- Machine learning experience is preferred
- A demonstrated history of exceptional technical contribution
- High integrity and strong professional judgement
Skills
Required:Ultrasound imaging / physicsAlgorithm development for ultrasound imagingHardware design for imagingIn-silico validation with physical models and in vivoAberration correction techniques
Nice to have:Machine learning
Last updated Aug 13, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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