Postdoc Position Available

We are searching for a new postdoctoral fellow! This opening is available ASAP for a candidate with a strong background in diffuse optics and translational clinical research.

Responsibilities: This postdoctoral research associate will contribute to projects that involve the development and translation of diffuse correlation spectroscopy/near infrared spectroscopy to the study of pediatric brain injury. The candidate is expected to be creative, self-motivated, and capable of working in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in one of the following disciplines: biomedical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, or a related field. The candidate must demonstrate an academic record of scientific excellence, independent research, and good writing and communication skills. Strong experimental skills and hands-on experience with optical systems are essential; experience in near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), diffuse correlation spectroscopy (DCS) are preferred. Experience in programming such as MATLAB/C/C++ will be favorably considered.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV including the names of 3 references by email to Dr. Erin Buckley (erin.buckley@emory.edu) with “Postdoc Application” in the subject.

Welcome Wendy!

The Buckley Lab would like to extend a warm welcome to Wendy Rodriguez, the latest undergraduate addition to our lab.  Wendy is a junior at Emory University majoring in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology.  She will be helping with our preclinical studies of cerebral blood flow and oxygen metabolism in mice.  Welcome aboard, Wendy!

Pediatrics Pilot Grant

The Center for Pediatric Innovation at the Emory + Children’s Pediatric Research Center has awarded our lab with 1 year of pilot funding to study cerebral blood flow in kids with sickle cell disease.  We are so excited about the opportunity to work with an amazing team of clinicians, researchers, and patients for this project.  Stay tuned for preliminary results from the project!