Research Scientist 4 - MRI, Nathan S. Kline Research Institute, P27763

About the Position

The MRI Technologist is responsible for conducting MRI scans for research studies, ensuring participant safety and comfort, and supporting the implementation, optimization, and execution of advanced neuroimaging protocols. Working closely with C-BIN investigators, this position helps maintain high operational standards, assists with study preparation and protocol execution, and contributes to workflow improvements and the integration of new imaging technologies. The role involves hands-on operation of the MRI system, preparation of participants for scanning, equipment setup and verification, safety screening, QA/QC procedures, and support for methodological research activities. The technologist will engage with multidisciplinary teams (faculty, research scientists, students, and clinical collaborators) to enable high-quality data acquisition and advance the Center's research mission.

Duties

MRI Scanning and Study Support

• Operate the research MRI system to conduct high-quality brain imaging for research participants (volunteers and patients)
• Ensure participant safety, comfort, and proper positioning throughout imaging sessions
• Prepare, set up, and verify all required equipment and study materials before each scan
• Follow established research protocols and assist research teams with protocol implementation

Protocol Implementation and Collaboration

• Collaborate with C-BIN researchers to optimize imaging sequences and study-specific protocols
• Provide technical input on imaging parameters, study logistics, and best practices for high-quality data acquisition
• Assist with troubleshooting imaging challenges and communicating technical considerations to research teams

Equipment Operation and Technology Support

• Support routine maintenance, calibration, and performance checks of MRI hardware (scanner, coils, phantoms, auxiliary systems)
• Assist in integrating new technologies or workflow enhancements (new coils, software updates, QA tools)

MRI Safety Training

• Train students and research staff on MRI safety screening, supervised scanner operation, and Center MR safety procedures

Quality Assurance / Quality Control

• Perform regular QA/QC scans (phantoms and sample data) to verify system performance and data integrity
• Document and report scanner performance issues and support corrective action procedures

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years of professional research experience in an appropriate field
• Substitutions: Master's degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of experience; Ph.D. in an appropriate field may substitute for an additional year of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in an appropriate field (e.g., biomedical engineering, medical physics, neuroscience, or related), or equivalent combination of advanced training and substantial research experience
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop, modify, and test MR pulse sequences on a research MRI platform, with authoritative knowledge of MRI physics
• Track record of independent contribution to imaging methods development, evidenced by publications, protocols, or comparable research products
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical work within a multidisciplinary research team and to mentor or direct junior staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced MRI certification beyond minimum requirements (e.g., ARRT (MR), MRSO)
• Experience developing and optimizing advanced acquisition techniques (fMRI, MR spectroscopy, calibrated/quantitative imaging, multimodal protocols)
• Experience implementing QA/QC frameworks and integrating new hardware or sequence technology on a research scanner
• Familiarity with PACS systems and research data pipeline

Benefits

• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs

Pay

This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $4,000.

Additional Information

Background checks will be required. In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If appointed, you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or federally assisted program), or if you lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.

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