MRI Research Technologist

Yale Cancer Center; New Haven, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale Cancer Center is seeking an MRI Technician to perform advanced MRI studies on human subjects within a research-focused environment at the New Haven campus. You will oversee MRI scanner operation, ensure safety, and collaborate with clinicians and researchers to optimize imaging protocols.

The role involves developing novel MRI paradigms, troubleshooting, and contributing to complex studies, with a schedule of full-time hours and potential shift variations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform MRI scans on human subjects with state-of-the-art MR technology.
• Screen prospective subjects to ensure MR eligibility and protocol compliance.
• Operate equipment for presenting stimuli to subjects in magnet and record physiological responses.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized MRI testing procedures in radiology-related areas.
• Review patient charts and physician notes to plan testing methods and position patients.
• Set up, operate, and maintain MRI equipment for tests and procedures.
• Inform patients about tests, read and interpret images, and record results.
• Coordinate processing of slides and film; instruct staff on testing techniques and equipment operation.
• Schedule patient appointments and manage related billing paperwork.
• Assist in research by analyzing and compiling patient information.

Skills

MRI scanning

Subject screening

Stimuli presentation

Data archiving

Image database management

Education

High school diploma + 6 years experience

Associate's degree + 4 years experience

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

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Salary Range

$0.00 - $0.00

Job Requisition ID

137793WD

Overview

Reporting to the Co-Director of the MRI Research Center, the MRI Technician is responsible for performing advanced MRI studies involving human subjects in a research-focused environment. This role oversees the operation of MRI scanners and manages all aspects of imaging procedures to ensure participant safety, high-quality data acquisition, and strict adherence to study protocols.

The MRI Technician works closely with clinicians, investigators, and research staff to develop, refine, and implement novel MRI paradigms and imaging protocols that support a broad range of research objectives. This position plays a critical role in optimizing imaging performance, troubleshooting technical challenges, and contributing to the successful execution of complex research studies.

Schedule:

Full-time, 37.5 hrs., 8:30 AM – 5PM. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays may be required in rotation. Recess period required

Required Skills and Abilities

1. 1. Demonstrated ability and proven proficiency performing MRI scans. Demonstrated experience scanning human subjects with state-of-the-art MR technology. Demonstrated expertise in radiological positioning and MR image interpretation. Demonstrated ability to independently perform advanced MRI scans on human study subjects
2. 2. Ability to interview and screen prospective subjects to ensure MR eligibility, safety and compliance with specific protocols. Demonstrated ability to implement specific protocols, determine and select appropriate scanning planes and technical operating parameters, and assess image quality.
3. 3. Ability to operate novel equipment for presenting stimuli to subjects in magnet. Ability to record novel physiological responses and related data using specialized computer hardware and software. Ability to archive MR Images and patient data. Ability to update and maintain the image databases and discs associated with the scanner.
4. 4. Ability to serve as departmental contact for equipment service personnel to report and resolve equipment faults and provide appraisals of equipment performance.
5. 5. Strong communication skills.

Principal Responsibilities

1. 1. Performs specialized testing procedures appropriate to specialty in such areas as radiology, ophthalmology, and ultrasonography.
2. 2. Reviews patient’s chart, patient’s condition, and physician’s notes to plan and determine method of testing. Positions patients.
3. 3. Sets up, operates, and maintains equipment to conduct tests and procedures appropriate to specialty.
4. 4. Provides information to patients concerning specific tests and procedures. Reads and interprets obtained images. Records test results. Identifies and reports abnormalities.
5. 5. Coordinates processing of slides and film. Instructs and acts as a source of information on testing techniques, procedures, and equipment operation.
6. 6. Schedules patient appointments and originates billing paperwork. Reviews and prepares financial paperwork related to clinical activities.
7. 7. Assists in research projects by analyzing and compiling patient information.
8. 8. Creates visual aids for lecture presentations and publications.
9. 9. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies.
10. 10. Performs additional functions related to clinical activities.

Required Education and Experience

Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree, or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Original Job Posting Date

08/27/2026

Job Category

Technician

Bargaining Unit

L34

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade D

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

On-site

Location

300 Cedar Street, New Haven, Connecticut

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks basedon the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

This role is a healthcare worker position. Healthcare workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working a healthcare setting who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects or infectious materials including body substance, contaminated medical supplies, devices and equipment, surfaces, or air. HCW have specific health requirements that must be met prior to starting work, including MMR vaccine or immunity, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or immunity, TB screening, COVID vaccine according to University policy, hepatitis B vaccine or immunity, and annual flu vaccination.

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific dutiesand responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties throughtheir hiring department.
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