MRI Technologist

University of Colorado System; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Vision plans

401(a) retirement plan with employer %

Paid time off

Vacation days

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO, seeks an experienced MRI Technologist to support research on two dedicated 3T MRI systems (Siemens and GE). The role blends participant care with protocol implementation, image-quality assessment, troubleshooting, and data handling in a safe, organized imaging environment.

The position involves advancing functional MRI, diffusion imaging, MRI spectroscopy, and other advanced methods while collaborating with investigators and research

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of MRI experience with human populations and brain-specific imaging.
• Current registration in magnetic resonance imaging through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R.T.(MR)(ARRT)).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced research MRI examinations using study-specific protocols on Siemens and GE 3T systems.
• Screen, prepare, position, educate, and monitor research participants while maintaining MRI safety and comfort.
• Evaluate image quality and independently troubleshoot acquisition, equipment, peripheral, and task-related issues.
• Perform and document scanner quality control, equipment checks, and corrective follow-up.
• Collaborate with investigators on protocol implementation, testing, parameter selection, and documentation.
• Process, transfer, verify, store, and back up imaging and raw data using approved workflows.
• Train research personnel and maintain study, safety, scanner, and regulatory documentation.

Skills

MRI experience

BLS

Education

Associate's degree in radiologic technology or related field

Tools

E-Prime

Presentation

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Psychiatry

Job Title: MRI Technologist

The Brain Imaging Center in the Department of Psychiatry is seeking an advanced MRI technologist to support research studies conducted on two research-dedicated 3T MRI systems, including Siemens and GE platforms. This onsite position combines expert participant care with research protocol implementation, advanced image-quality assessment, scanner and peripheral troubleshooting, quality control, investigator collaboration, and secure data handling. The successful candidate will work independently within investigators, research personnel, and participants across the lifespan and from varied clinical populations. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to functional MRI, diffusion imaging, MRI spectroscopy, and other advanced research methods while helping maintain a safe, organized, and technically rigorous research imaging environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced research MRI examinations using study-specific protocols on Siemens and GE 3T systems.
• Screen, prepare, position, educate, and monitor research participants while maintaining MRI safety and comfort.
• Evaluate image quality and independently troubleshoot acquisition, equipment, peripheral, and task-related issues.
• Perform and document scanner quality control, equipment checks, and corrective follow-up.
• Collaborate with investigators on protocol implementation, testing, parameter selection, and documentation.
• Process, transfer, verify, store, and back up imaging and raw data using approved workflows.
• Train research personnel and maintain study, safety, scanner, and regulatory documentation.

Work Location: Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals – UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado – that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Why work for the University?

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited institution in radiologic technology or field of study related to the work assignment.
• Two (2) years of MRI experience with human populations and brain-specific imaging.
• Current registration in magnetic resonance imaging through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R.T.(MR)(ARRT)).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Substitution: Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing and documenting MRI quality control procedures
• MRI-relevant computer proficiency, including the ability to navigate multiple screens, systems, and data-transfer workflows quickly and accurately
• Three or more years of MRI experience in an advanced or lead technologist role
• Experience operating and troubleshooting both Siemens and GE MRI platforms
• Research MRI experience, including functional MRI, MR spectroscopy, diffusion imaging, or other advanced neuroimaging methods
• Experience implementing, optimizing, testing, and documenting research MRI protocols
• Experience with E-Prime, Presentation, or comparable stimulus-presentation and response-recording software
• Experience with cardiac, body, or multinuclear MRI and MR spectroscopy
• Experience working with research participants across the lifespan and with varied neurological, psychiatric, developmental, or body-habitus considerations

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
• This position requires the ability to perform the essential physical functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation, including occasionally lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds, frequently lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, pushing or pulling MRI equipment, and assisting with participant positioning and transfers. The work schedule may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends based on research-study needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of MR physics, image quality, research MR methods, and relevant anatomy and physiology
• Ability to understand, implement, and appropriately adjust human MRI acquisition parameters based on study requirements and desired outcomes
• Ability to independently identify and troubleshoot technical, image-quality, hardware, software, and quality-control problems
• Ability to assess and document MRI safety, recognize contraindications and emergencies, and initiate appropriate emergency procedures
• Strong organizational and time-management skills required to manage multiple study protocols, scanning sessions, and documentation requirements
• Strong interpersonal, instructional, and written and verbal communication skills when working with participants, investigators, and research personnel
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while demonstrating sound judgment, attention to detail, ethical research conduct, and regulatory compliance
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time-management skills, including the ability to move rapidly and accurately among multiple study protocols
• Familiarity with research regulatory and compliance procedures, including IRB requirements and protocol-deviation documentation

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE $79,836 -$98,358.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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