The University of Texas at Austin · 2 months ago
Imaging Support Specialist, Center for Biomedical Research Support
AUSTIN, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expThe University of Texas at Austin is seeking to hire a full-time Imaging Support Specialist to join the Biomedical Imaging Center and coordinate the delivery of the Center’s MRI services. The role involves providing expert technical guidance and training to enhance and expand user support for various imaging services at the Center.
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Responsibilities
Deliver MRI services to the BIC’s user-base in accordance with our scientific and educational mission
Coordinate the maintenance and daily operations of the clinical MR systems of the BIC, including administrative tasks such as QA/QC scans, MRI scan protocol creation, and scanner data management. Oversee user-compliance with BIC policies for MR resources and help implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to meet community needs
Collaborate with our support team and provide specialist technical support to the Center’s user-base for human and pre-clinical MR imaging and spectroscopy
Conduct the MRI-related training of research personnel at BIC’s facilities including in-person safety training and facility orientation; virtual and in-person console training; mentoring prospective MRI Level 2 scanner operators; and provide input into the development of the MRI educational and training curricula
Maintain the BIC’s community-facing resources and update as the Center resources, services and policies evolve. Administer the Center’s databases that support community management ensuring comprehensive tracking and accurate reporting of research groups, research projects and users
Assist BIC users with their research studies, when required, by acting as an experienced Level 2 scanner operator
Perform other duties as requested
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to biomedical imaging
4 or more years of experience in the application of MRI/fMRI to human subjects research
Experience teaching, tutoring or mentoring others
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Proficiency with MS Office or equivalent packages
Ability to be an effective and flexible team member
Preferred
Master's degree in a related field
Proficiency with REDCap data collection and project design
Demonstrated ability to train and support researchers in MRI
Experience with functional neuroimaging including fMRI stimulus delivery and response devices
Familiarity with standard MRI/fMRI analysis packages e.g. Freesurfer, Fsl, Osirix
Benefits
100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
Retirement contributions
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
This position is eligible for a hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA) (on-campus and remote work). FWA arrangements are subject to manager approval which may shift due to changes in business needs.
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Republic Capital Group
2022-09-14Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Will Whiting
Chief Development Officer
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