MRI Technologist

MRI Technologist Position

The Lane Neuroimaging Lab is looking for a full-time MRI technologist to help with important brain research. The Lane Lab is part of the Health Emotions Research Institute at the University of Wisconsin Department of Psychiatry, located in Research Park. The MRI technologist position works in a team environment to complete research scanning using a 3.0T GE MRI, assists with the scheduling of research scans, helps conduct MRI safety and training sessions, and other tasks that support the HERI research program.

This position is hybrid-remote, work is on-site on days when scans are scheduled and can be remote on days when scans are not. The work hours are Monday through Friday from 12:30 pm to 9:00 pm, with occasional one Saturday availability per month from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.

More information about the Lane Neuroimaging Lab can be found on the website:

This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Answers questions and provides technical information regarding instrumentation to staff, researchers, clients, and students
• Designs, plans, and performs preventative and reactive maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal and safe operation
• Assist and participate in MRI Safety Document Training and MRI Emergency Training
• Provides technical expertise to staff, researchers, clients, and students in the installation and use of equipment and instruments, exercising discretion and independent judgment to meet unit goals
• Investigates new research processes and technology solutions in collaboration with research/clinical staff, students, and clients

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is committed to basic and clinical research that furthers the understanding and development of new treatments for patients with mental illness, training the next generation of leaders, and providing excellent patient care to a broad range of patients.

Compensation:

The starting salary for the position is $56,112 annually; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage.

Required Qualifications:

Radiology Technologist Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

MRI Experience is preferable.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree preferred

How to Apply:

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Your cover letter should address how your training and experience aligns with the required and preferred qualifications listed above. Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes and a candidate is selected.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

Contact Information:

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