MRI Technologist

Inside Higher Ed; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 61,425 - 76,055; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution is seeking an MRI Technologist in Chapel Hill, NC. You will facilitate MRI services and ensure the safety of research subjects. Ideal candidates will have registry certification and experience with MRI. This full-time role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently in a clinical and research setting.

Qualifications

• Registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required.
• Candidates must obtain certification within one year if eligible.
• Experience in a clinical imaging environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide MRI services utilizing technical expertise.
• Ensure safety of research subjects during studies.
• Manage scheduling system and relationships with investigators.

Skills

Experience with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Ability to work independently

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

MIMvista software

Job description

Overview

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Working Title: MRI Technologist. Location: CHAPEL HILL, NC. Hours per Week: 40. Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm; occasional evenings/weekends.

Position Details

• Position Title: Medical Diagnostic Technician - Advanced
• Department: Biomedical Res Imaging Ctr-426001
• Career Area: Research Professionals
• Is this an internal only recruitment? No
• Posting Open Date: 08/19/2025
• Application Deadline: 09/10/2025
• Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA)
• Salary Grade Equivalent: MH15 / GN13
• Working Title: MRI Technologist
• Position Number: 20049971
• Vacancy ID: P020488
• Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm. Occasional evenings/weekends.
• Work Location: CHAPEL HILL, NC
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: $61,425 - $76,055
• Pay Band Information: To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Position Summary

Primary purpose of the position is to facilitate MRI services for the BRIC utilizing technical and administrative expertise. Technical areas of responsibility include providing for the safety of research subjects during research studies, and conducting MRI, MR/PET, PET/CT, and CT studies with and without the use of radioactive nuclides. Administrative areas of responsibility include ensuring proper use of the scheduling system for imaging research services, adherence to safety standards and SOPs, logging accurate machine time usage for billing purposes and managing relationships with multiple investigators. This work involves caring for research subjects and clinical patients of all ages, and levels of health. This includes children as young as 2 weeks of age and spanning adulthood. Applicants should have a high level of comfort in working with subjects/patients of all ages, and people ranging from the very healthy to those who are very ill and toward the end of life.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience in medical diagnostics; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require additional training, certifications, or licenses.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

The position would require registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with certification in Magnetic Resonance (or equivalent licensure or certification). Registry and certification eligible candidates must obtain certification within one year. Position requires experience with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). As the BRIC is a research facility that also conducts clinical imaging, candidates should demonstrate a desire to work within the research environment, as well as a clinical environment. Requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, investigators, staff, and the general public. Position requires the ability to work independently and be self-directed, while maintaining a high level of professionalism. Due to the nature of research imaging, the ability to multi-task is essential. This position will work with and around tracers and equipment that will emit a certain level of radiation exposure.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Training, experience and certification in high field MRI (3T and 7T), Nuclear Medicine/PET, diagnostic Computed Tomography (CT) and MIMvista software are also recommended. Working knowledge of and experience in imaging research is preferred.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Evening work, Weekend work

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.