MRI Technologist

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join its innovative imaging center. This role involves utilizing state-of-the-art MRI technology to conduct research scans, ensuring participant safety, and developing new imaging protocols. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in MRI, along with a commitment to collaboration and excellence in a research-focused environment. This part-time position offers competitive benefits and the potential for renewal, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about advancing imaging research.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Discounts

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in MRI, preferably in a research-oriented facility.
• Must be registered as an RT/MRI Technologist with MRI certification.

Responsibilities

• Scanning adult and pediatric research participants using established methods.
• Ensuring participant safety and collaborating on new imaging protocols.
• Conducting safety training for investigators and staff.

Skills

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Participant Safety

Collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Social, Life and Engineering Sciences Imaging Center (SLEIC www.imaging.psu.edu), a unit within the Social Science Research Institute at Penn State University has an opening for an MRI Technologist.

The imaging center contributes to Penn State’s thriving research environment by providing state-of-the art magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) (primarily brain imaging) and data analysis facilities. We are looking for a motivated, independent, well-organized individual with excellent interpersonal skills.

This is a 75% full-time equivalency (FTE) position, which is equal to 30 hours per week. Full Penn State benefits included.The work schedule will vary based on the weekly scanning schedule but will require at a minimum 3-4 afternoons/evenings until 8:00 PM or 9:00 PM EST and every other Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST.

This is a term position with good possibility of renewal.

Responsibilities: The Research MRI Technologist will have the following responsibilities:

• Scanning adult and pediatric research participants, using a broad range of established and new methods
• Ensuring participant safety
• Collaboration on the development of new imaging protocols
• Assisting investigators with troubleshooting and implementing changes to existing protocols
• Conducting investigator/staff safety training
• Other related duties.

Education and Experience: This position requires, at minimum, a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience in Magnetic Resonance Imaging including high-field scanning is preferred. Experience conducting MRI research in a research-oriented facility is preferred.

All candidates for this position must be registered as an RT/MRI Technologist with MRI certification.

Application: Interested individuals should submit a cover letter describing their qualifications and experience, a recent CV/resume, and the names and contact information of two references.

Questions about the position can be directed to the Co-Director for Human Imaging at SLEIC, Dr. Emma Jane Rose ([e-mail]).

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to tuition discounts (75% discount for spouse and children), and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/benefits for more detailed information.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$56,200.00 - $81,500.00

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