Clinical Scientist - MR

GE HealthCare; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Competitive benefits

Job summary

GE HealthCare in Englewood, NJ seeks an MR Clinical Scientist or Researcher to translate complex imaging challenges into practical MR solutions. You will collaborate with MR clinical and academic partners to prototype, validate, and apply advanced MRI techniques for aging and preventive health, with opportunities to publish and file patents.

The role demands independence, strong coding and imaging skills (C++, Python, Matlab), and a proven track record in medical imaging research, open‑source

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science and post‑graduate work in medical imaging or research.
• 5+ years of work experience in medical imaging or medical research after graduation.
• Experience applying MRI technologies in healthcare/clinical research environments.
• Strong image processing, deep learning, MR physics, and MR systems knowledge.
• Excellent coding, rapid prototyping in C++, Matlab, and Python.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise to optimize GEHC MR products and prototypes.
• Lead collaborative research projects aligned with MR roadmap and longevity goals.
• Represent GE HealthCare at research sites with independence and ownership.
• Apply MRI, engineering, AI, and clinical workflows to develop innovative MR applications.
• Develop prototypes and release them to external collaborators per design controls.
• Conduct original research contributing to patents and publications.
• Support evidence generation with clinical directors and academic partners.
• Maintain proactive customer communication and timely issue escalation.

Skills

MRI expertise

Python

C++

Matlab

Deep learning

Research in healthcare

Communication skills

Independent work

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

GE HealthCare MR Systems

Orchestra Reconstruction

EPIC Pulse Sequence Development

Post-processing pipelines

Matlab

Python

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you energized by solving complex problems at the intersection of advanced MRI, innovation, and human longevity? We are looking for an MR Clinical Scientist or Researcher that can bring practical, hands‑on experience beyond academic training, along with diverse MR expertise, technical curiosity, and a can‑do attitude to GE HealthCare and our collaboration partner.

In close partnership with Magnetic Resonance (MR) clinical and academic partners, as well as GE HealthCare colleagues, you will explore, prototype, and validate advanced MR applications that improve understanding of aging, preventive health, and precision care, ultimately expanding the translational impact of our technology solutions in clinical practice to provide precision healthcare across the globe.

This role operates in a highly collaborative research environment and requires a self‑motivated individual who can work independently, identify opportunities proactively, and translate complex scientific challenges into practical imaging solutions.

This role will need to be able to work onsite at a facility in Englewood , NJ

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and support to optimize the use of GEHC MR products, partnering with GEHC scientists to introduce appropriate prototypes, software, and off‑line analysis tools to research collaborators and support related research.
• Identify key customer needs and serve as the GEHC technical lead for collaborative research projects aligned with the GEHC MR roadmap and strategic goals, particularly in longevity and preventative health.
• Serve as the primary GE HealthCare scientific and technical representative at a strategic research collaboration site, operating with a high degree of independence and ownership.
• Apply expertise in MRI, engineering, AI, and clinical workflows to design and develop innovative MR applications that automate and simplify exams, enable biomarker discovery for aging and early disease detection, and support multimodal correlation with therapeutic interventions and lifestyle changes.
• Develop selected capabilities as prototypes and release them to external GEHC collaborators in accordance with GEHC MR design controls.
• Conduct original research that contributes to patent applications and joint scientific publications.
• Support pre‑ and post‑market evidence generation at collaborating institutions by partnering with MR Clinical Directors to align collaborations with GEHC product development priorities and institutional needs.
• Support customer satisfaction through proactive communication, site observation, and timely escalation of site inquiries and concerns.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering or science field such as Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Math, or Physics.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience in the medical imaging or medical research field post‑graduation.
• Strong preference for candidates with demonstrated industry experience applying MRI technologies within healthcare technology, medical imaging, clinical research, or commercial research environments beyond academic training alone.
• Strong background in image processing, deep learning image segmentation, quantitative imaging, and MR open‑source post‑processing pipelines.
• Strong understanding of MR Physics.
• Familiarity with GEHC MR Systems and research conducted on those systems.
• Substantial experience in software design, implementation, and coding.
• Excellent coding skills and ability to quickly prototype in C++, Matlab, and Python.
• Outstanding writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and drive initiatives with minimal supervision.
• Can‑do attitude, flexibility, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to work with cross‑functional global teams.
• This role will need to be able to work onsite at a facility in Englewood , NJ
• Willing to travel up to 10% outside of primary work location.

Desired Characteristics

• Master’s Degree in an engineering or science field such as Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Math, or Physics.
• Experience in advanced MR methods such as diffusion imaging, quantitative imaging, and image segmentation/registration.
• Hands‑on experience with in‑vivo MR imaging in a research setting.
• Clinical or research MR experience across multiple anatomical areas, including neuro, body, musculoskeletal, and quantitative imaging applications.
• Experience in the application of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence to medical imaging.
• Experience in predictive modeling or multimodal analysis.
• Familiarity with GEHC EPIC Pulse Sequence Development environment and GEHC Orchestra Reconstruction environment.
• Demonstrated interest in longevity science, aging research, preventative health, precision medicine, or related research initiatives.
• Proven ability to thrive within ambiguous research environments, identify unmet needs, and creatively develop innovative imaging solutions.
• Experience working in highly autonomous roles requiring customer interaction, scientific consultation, and independent decision‑making.

We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. For U.S. based positions only, the pay range for this position is $120,000.00-$180,000.00 Annual. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the pay range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience and location. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). GE HealthCare offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes