MRI Technical Engineer

Accord Technologies Inc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an engineer to support the development and validation of advanced MRI methods. This role involves enhancing pulse sequences, developing non-Cartesian MRI reconstruction pipelines, and collaborating with researchers from Vanderbilt. Candidates with strong programming skills in C++, Python, or MATLAB and experience in MRI programming are preferred. Join our team to contribute to cutting-edge MRI research in Nashville, TN.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in MRI pulse sequence programming.
• Knowledge of MRI reconstruction including non-Cartesian methods.
• Programming experience in C++, Python, or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and refine OGSE pulse sequence code within Philips MRI research environments.
• Develop and validate non-Cartesian MRI reconstruction pipelines.
• Coordinate experiments with Vanderbilt researchers.

Skills

MRI pulse sequence programming

MRI reconstruction knowledge

Programming in C++

Programming in Python

Programming in MATLAB

Collaboration skills

Education

Master’s or PhD in MRI Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science

Job description

Location: US (Preferred locations: Nashville TN / Cincinnati OH / Rochester MN – any US location acceptable with travel twice per quarter)

Visa: Any visa is acceptable

Overview

This role supports development and validation of advanced MRI methods including:

• Oscillating Gradient Diffusion (OGSE/OGD)
• FLORET-based UTE imaging
• The engineer will contribute to pulse sequence development, reconstruction algorithms, and MRI research software integration.

Core Responsibilities

Pulse Sequence Development

• Enhance and refine OGSE pulse sequence code within Philips MRI research environments.
• Support scanner deployment and sequence validation.

Image Reconstruction & Software Development

• Develop and validate non-Cartesian MRI reconstruction pipelines.
• Improve reconstruction workflows and system usability.
• Conduct QA/QC validation and artifact analysis.

Experimental Collaboration

• Coordinate experiments with Vanderbilt researchers and Cincinnati Children’s teams.
• Support scanner testing and validation studies.
• Document results, validation reports, and technical outputs.

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in MRI pulse sequence programming
• Knowledge of MRI reconstruction including non-Cartesian methods
• Programming experience with C++, Python, or MATLAB
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Preferred

• Master’s or PhD in MRI Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
• Experience with Philips MRI research platforms
• Exposure to OGSE/OGD diffusion MRI or FLORET UTE imaging