MR Technologist and Safety Officer

Columbia University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University's Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute seeks a Magnetic Resonance Technologist and Safety Officer (MRSO) to support the Magnetic Resonance Research Platform. The Technologist/MRSO is a vital member of the Institute's MR Platform, reporting to the MR Managing Director and overseeing two 3T Siemens MRI systems in a busy research environment.

Location is the Jerome L. Greene Science Center in Manhattanville, with adherence to FDA, IRB, IACUC, and university

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in radiologic technology or similar field.
• 4–6 years of related experience required.
• Current MRI certification and ARRT in good standing.
• Current MRSO certification or within 90 days of hiring.

Responsibilities

• Assist investigators in data collection and data transfer.
• Operate Siemens Prisma 3T systems during research studies.
• Develop, document, and enforce MR safety procedures for research studies.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, IRB, IACUC, and Columbia University regulations, practices, and policies.
• Risk assessment for research participants with implanted devices or other conditions.
• Administer MR Safety Training for MR system users.
• Maintain calendar for MR system use.
• Maintain supplies for day‑to‑day research operations.
• Ensure MR system is operational and safe by performing diagnostic checks.
• Other job‑related duties, as required.

Skills

MR safety procedures

data collection

customer service focus

analytical

organizational skills

oral and written communication

multi-project management

team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology or similar field

ARRT MRI certification

MRSO certification or within 90 days

Tools

Siemens MRI systems

Job description

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building: Jerome L. Greene Science Center
• Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Columbia University's Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute unites world-class scientists across diverse academic disciplines to conduct groundbreaking research that transforms our understanding of the brain and its influence on the mind and behavior.

As a leading neuroscience institute, our mission is to decipher the mind and brain to better understand behavior. Our researchers are committed to foundational science, uncovering the principles that shape how the brain develops, functions, and recovers.

With more than 50 labs, the Zuckerman Institute serves as a hub for collaboration, bringing together Columbia’s top scholars to drive research in bold new directions. Located in Manhattanville, our state-of-the‑art Jerome L. Greene Science Center provides an inspiring home for discovery in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.

Columbia University's Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute seeks a Magnetic Resonance Technologist and Safety Officer (MRSO) to support the Magnetic Resonance Research Platform. The Technologist/MRSO is a vital member of the Institute's MR Platform. Reporting directly to the MR Managing Director, the Technologist/MRSO is responsible for day‑to‑day operations of two 3T Siemens MRI systems, supporting researchers by assisting with the execution of their studies, and for the maintenance and enforcement of safety policies, procedures, and training. This role involves working within a specialized environment and may require compliance with specific health and safety protocols, including preventive health measures, to ensure safe interaction within the research setting.

Responsibilities

• Assists investigators in data collection and data transfer.
• Serves as an expert operator of Siemens Prisma 3T systems during research studies.
• Develop, document, and enforce MR safety procedures for research studies, with a focus on maintaining minimal risk.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, IRB, IACUC, and Columbia University regulations, practices, and policies.
• Risk assessment for research participants with implanted devices, tattoo or other conditions.
• Administer Safety Training for MR system users.
• Maintain calendar for MR system use.
• Maintain supplies for day‑to‑day research operations.
• Ensures MR system is operational and safe by performing diagnostic checks.
• Other job‑related duties, as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology or similar field. 4–6 years of related experience is required.
• Current certification in MRI and active member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in good standing.
• Current MRSO certification or within 90 days of hiring.

Other Requirements

• Prior experience with Siemens MR systems, especially in a research environment.
• Prior experience in neuroimaging MRI methods (structural, functional, diffusion, spectroscopy).
• Demonstrated passion for customer service focus with the ability to interact and collaborate.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects under tight time deadlines.
• Ability to work as a member of a collaborative team while exercising independent judgment.
• The successful candidate must be flexible in nature, have a sound judgment with a collaborative style that fosters teamwork and cooperation beyond the immediate team to the broader organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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