MRI Technologist

Penn State University • Ferguson Township, PA

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About The Position

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. The 40 hour a week 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. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Magnetic Resonance Imaging including high-field scanning is preferred.
• Experience conducting MRI research in a research-oriented facility is preferred.

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.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees