MRI Research Scientist: AI-Powered Pulse Sequences

United Imaging - North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

United Imaging - North America seeks a Senior Research Scientist - MRI to design and implement novel MRI pulse sequences and reconstruction algorithms. You will lead advanced MRI R&D efforts in a dynamic team environment.

You will drive AI/ML integration to shorten scan times and enhance diagnostic clarity, collaborating with luminary institutions and contributing to IP. PhD required with strong publications or product development background.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong MRI background with publications or MRI product development experience.
• Expertise in pulse sequence development, image reconstruction, or AI for MRI.
• Neuroimaging knowledge is a plus.
• Proficiency with fast prototyping software (MATLAB, Python).
• Experience with C/C++ and/or CUDA GPU programming preferred.
• Ability to lead and influence a highly technical team.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of novel MRI pulse sequences and reconstruction algorithms.
• Drive the integration of AI and machine learning into reconstruction pipelines to reduce scan times.
• Under guidance, own advanced MRI application development projects from concept to launch.
• Support scientific collaborators to conduct cutting-edge MRI research.
• Contribute to the company’s IP portfolio including invention disclosures and patents.
• Contribute to team-oriented projects in an innovative research environment.
• Maintain knowledge of trends in imaging technologies and report to global teams.

Skills

MRI pulse sequence development

Image reconstruction

Artificial intelligence for MRI

Neuroimaging knowledge

Leadership

Education

PhD in Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

CUDA

C/C++

Job description

United Imaging - North America seeks a Senior Research Scientist - MRI to design and implement novel MRI pulse sequences and reconstruction algorithms. You will lead advanced MRI R&D efforts in a dynamic team environment.

You will drive AI/ML integration to shorten scan times and enhance diagnostic clarity, collaborating with luminary institutions and contributing to IP. PhD required with strong publications or product development background.