MRI Technologist

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Social, Life and Engineering Sciences Imaging Center at Penn State University seeks an MRI Technologist. This 30-hour/week position involves scanning participants and developing new protocols. Ideal candidates have an RT/MRI certification and strong interpersonal skills. This is a term position with a chance for renewal.

Benefits

Full Penn State benefits

Tuition discounts for spouse and children

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in MRI.
• Preferred experience in a research-oriented facility.

Responsibilities

• Scanning adult and pediatric research participants using established methods.
• Collaboration on development of new imaging protocols.
• Conducting safety training for staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety assurance

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree

RT/MRI Technologist certification

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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