Senior MRI Physicist

Singapore General Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore General Hospital seeks a dynamic MRI Physicist-Scientist to lead multidisciplinary MRI research and technical developments. The successful candidate will enhance MRI capabilities, mentor junior staff, and secure funding for innovative clinical applications, contributing significantly to advancements in healthcare delivery.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field with specialization in MRI physics.
• Experience in clinical MRI research, proven leadership in a hospital or academic setting.
• Proficiency in MRI research software tools and programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new pulse sequences and image reconstruction methods.
• Secure research funding and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor junior faculty and promote continuous learning within the MRI department.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Computational Methods

Education

PhD in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, biomedical engineering, or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Job description

Singapore General Hospital is Singapore’s flagship acute and tertiary/quaternary care hospital dedicated to excellence in patient-centred healthcare services in Singapore and the wider Southeast Asia region. We leverage our comprehensive, multidisciplinary campus expertise, advanced technologies and industry partners to deliver superior patient care and support ground-breaking research initiatives.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an innovative and dynamic MRI Physicist-Scientist to advance multidisciplinary MRI research for medical discovery and innovation, and lead in MRI technical developments and clinical applications. The incoming shall lead the incumbent team of junior MRI physicists to programme, optimise and implement new pulse sequences and develop novel image reconstruction methodologies so as to enable cutting-edge multidisciplinary clinical research. He plays a pivotal role in advancing our MRI capabilities and contributing to the hospital's mission of excellence in healthcare delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Secure national funding as independent PI and complementary co-PI to SGH’s Clinician Scientists to elevate SGH’s research to a higher level through multidisciplinary research for medical discovery and innovation, increasing grant competitiveness and providing key domain expertise

• Lead in pulse sequence, image reconstruction and efficient computational (e.g., deep learning) methods development to address clinical problems and research needs

• Collaborate with clinicians, radiologists, radiographers/technologists and other researchers to design and implement innovative MRI applications for clinical research studies, publish research outcomes in peer reviewed medical imaging journals and translate scientific discoveries into the clinic

• Keep abreast of emerging trends and developments in MRI technology, imaging analytics, and clinical applications

• Mentor junior faculty to foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development in the MRI department

• Guide and support the fraternity of Radiological Sciences in MRI medical physics education and safety

Qualifications:

• PhD in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, biomedical engineering, or related field with a specialisation in MRI physics.

• Domain expertise in principles of MRI physics, pulse sequence design, image reconstruction, and optimisation of imaging protocols.

• Significant and robust experience and evidence of leadership in clinical MRI research of rigor, preferably in a hospital or academic medical centre setting. Experience with industry, ultrahigh field and non-proton MRI are a plus.

• Proficiency in software tools and programming languages used in MRI research, such as MATLAB, Python, or C/C++.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.

• Commitment to highest standards of patient care, safety, and ethical conduct in all aspects of MRI clinical research.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter highlighting your qualifications and interest in the position. Additionally, please include any relevant publications, presentations, or portfolio materials showcasing your contributions to MRI research and clinical practice.