Research Technician II - Medical Center

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Job Overview

The Center for Functional and Molecular Imaging (CFMI) is actively developing a research program utilizing a number of imaging techniques. This position will involve working with investigators on extending current fMRI acquisition and analysis techniques as well as carrying out research. This position has two principal components: running the 3.0T MRI scanner and carrying out the research studies underway in the lab. The primary responsibilities related to working on the research studies include unsupervised collection of MRI, primary responsibility for data organization, processing, analysis; and assisting with data interpretation including manuscript preparation. In addition, this occupant of this position will need to have strong technical skills to implement quality control procedures. Both components of this position require working with people, including sensitive populations: neurodivergent individuals, Alzheimer’s disease patients, patients that have had a stroke, individuals with autism spectrum disorder and children. The primary responsibilities of the scanning component of the role includes running the 3.0T MRI scanner after being trained; ensuring the safety of those being scanned; working with users in terms of scheduling scan sessions and ensuring that users understand MR safety adequately.

Additional duties include but are not limited to:

• Operating the MRI scanner for a variety of research studies

• Assisting with data analysis of various types of MRI data

• Conducting quality control measures

• Assisting in the execution of their neuroimaging experiments

• Managing data transfer

• Providing help and support such as technological troubleshooting

• Performing analysis and quality control of data collected for various projects

Work Interactions

The success of the CFMI completely depends on the individual(s) in this position being able to operate this complicated MRI scanner, working with researchers from other labs, assisting them when they encounter problems, and making sure the wide-range of participants being scanned feel comfortable. Thus, a combination of highly technical and inter-personal skills is required.

Requirements and Qualifications

• B.A. or equivalent; relevant fields such as psychology, neuroscience, computer science, or biomedical engineering is preferred.

• One year of experience working in a research lab is preferred

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

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Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.