Magnetic Resonance Research Scientist

$65,000 - $99,000/Yr

University of Kansas - Kansas City, KS

Full-time - Entry Level

Kansas City, KS

Educational Services

About the position

The Hoglund Biomedical Imaging Center (HBIC) at the University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking a Magnetic Resonance Research Scientist to join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing imaging research. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in diverse research projects that span both animal models and human studies. The HBIC is known for its collaborative environment, which fosters innovative research in the field of imaging. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in transforming research inquiries into well-designed studies that leverage the center's state-of-the-art imaging capabilities. A significant focus of the research at Hoglund involves exploring metabolic and physiological changes associated with normal aging and various neurological diseases. The work is built upon extensive development of Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS) sequences aimed at quantifying metabolites related to oxidative stress, antioxidants, and brain energy metabolism. This research contributes to critical studies in areas such as Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, nutrition, and muscle metabolism. In this role, the Magnetic Resonance Research Scientist will be responsible for developing analysis techniques for the rigorous quantification of metabolic imaging signals obtained through magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy. Collaborating closely with NIH-funded investigators, the candidate will utilize their programming skills and strong analytical abilities to support the design, data analysis, interpretation, and training for various research projects. The position requires a solid background in bioengineering, computing, chemistry, or physics, along with a comprehensive understanding of MR physics, techniques, and signal processing. Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills are essential for success in this collaborative research environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading efforts to develop a quantitative MRS data analysis system.
• Collaborating on various studies to design analysis strategies and ensure rigorous data are available in a timely manner.
• Training research teams on data analysis methods.
• Preparing publications, grant applications, and presentations.
• Managing technical development and progress of team projects.
• Overseeing execution and progress of studies.
• Performing general maintenance, including data storage and research database management.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Bioengineering, Medical Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, or equivalent.
• Understanding and experience of MR physics, techniques, and signal processing.
• Excellent computing skills including programming in C/C++, MATLAB, bash, and others.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, and writing skills.
• Established organization and teamwork skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with MRI/MRS research and in operating MR scanner including Siemens.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage beginning on day one.
• Health expense accounts with generous employer contributions for qualifying health plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave, accruing upon hire.
• Ten paid holidays and one paid discretionary day after six months of employment.
• Paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave after 12 months of employment.
• A retirement program with generous employer contributions and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b).