Rsch Pro 3-Imaging Research

The University of Minnesota's Center for Magnetic Resonance Research (http://www.cmrr.umn.edu/) has an opening for a Researcher to assist investigators with MRI acquisitions on Siemens Scanners (e.g. 3T, 7T, and/or 10.5T). This includes setting up and testing MRI acquisition protocols and assisting with image analysis methods. Scanning of human subjects will also be required. The researcher will be involved with and test any combination of technologies that are used at CMRR, including high performance gradients, high channel count coils, and field monitoring cameras. They would support such technologies for dissemination within CMRR, to external collaborators, and users in general.

Responsibilities:
* 25% - Independently optimize, develop, and test MRI acquisition protocols
* 25% - Acquire MRI data, including human subject data, ensuring quality and suitability for
proposed analyses and scientific questions.
* 25% - Collaborate with other research professionals to analyze results and draw conclusions based on the acquired data. Provide training of MRI acquisition and analysis methods for users as needed.
* 25% - Maintain, optimize, and test new technologies such as: gradients, RF coils, field cameras, and novel image reconstructions.
* Other duties as assigned

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.
Required Qualifications:
* BA/BS degree in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline plus at least four years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least eight years.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
* Experience with human MRI data acquisition and analysis
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with Pulse Sequence Programming on the Siemens Platform (IDEA)

Pay Range: $66,200 - $78,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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