University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Psychiatry

Job Title: MRI Technologist



Job Summary:

The Brain Imaging Center in the Department of Psychiatry is seeking an advanced MRI technologist to support research studies conducted on two research-dedicated 3T MRI systems, including Siemens and GE platforms. This onsite position combines expert participant care with research protocol implementation, advanced image-quality assessment, scanner and peripheral troubleshooting, quality control, investigator collaboration, and secure data handling.

The successful candidate will work independently with investigators, research personnel, and participants across the lifespan and from varied clinical populations. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to functional MRI, diffusion imaging, MR spectroscopy, and other advanced research methods while helping maintain a safe, organized, and technically rigorous research imaging environment.

The position's primary responsibilities include:

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced research MRI examinations using study-specific protocols on Siemens and GE 3T systems.
• Screen, prepare, position, educate, and monitor research participants while maintaining MRI safety and comfort.
• Evaluate image quality and independently troubleshoot acquisition, equipment, peripheral, and task-related issues.
• Perform and document scanner quality control, equipment checks, and corrective follow-up.
• Collaborate with investigators on protocol implementation, testing, parameter selection, and documentation.
• Process, transfer, verify, store, and back up imaging and raw data using approved workflows.
• Train research personnel and maintain study, safety, scanner, and regulatory documentation.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree from an accredited institution in radiologic technology or field of study related to the work assignment.
• Two (2) years of MRI experience with human populations and brain-specific imaging.
• Current registration in magnetic resonance imaging through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R.T.(MR)(ARRT))
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Substitution: Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basi

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience performing and documenting MRI quality control procedures
• MRI-relevant computer proficiency, including the ability to navigate multiple screens, systems, and data-transfer workflows quickly and accurately
• Three or more years of MRI experience in an advanced or lead technologist role
• Experience operating and troubleshooting both Siemens and GE MRI platforms
• Research MRI experience, including functional MRI, MR spectroscopy, diffusion imaging, or other advanced neuroimaging methods
• Experience implementing, optimizing, testing, and documenting research MRI protocols
• Experience with E-Prime, Presentation, or comparable stimulus-presentation and response-recording software
• Experience with cardiac, body, or multinuclear MRI and MR spectroscopy
• Experience working with research participants across the lifespan and with varied neurological, psychiatric, developmental, or body-habitus considerations

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
• This position requires the ability to perform the essential physical functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation, including occasionally lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds, frequently lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, pushing or pulling MRI equipment, and assisting with participant positioning and transfers. The work schedule may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends based on research-study needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:

• Advanced knowledge of MR physics, image quality, research MRI methods, and relevant anatomy and physiology
• Ability to understand, implement, and appropriately adjust human MRI acquisition parameters based on study requirements and desired outcomes
• Ability to independently identify and troubleshoot technical, image-quality, hardware, software, and quality-control problems
• Ability to assess and document MRI safety, recognize contraindications and emergencies, and initiate appropriate emergency procedures
• Strong organizational and time-management skills required to manage multiple study protocols, scanning sessions, and documentation requirements
• Strong interpersonal, instructional, and written and verbal communication skills when working with participants, investigators, and research personnel
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while demonstrating sound judgment, attention to detail, ethical research conduct, and regulatory compliance
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time-management skills, including the ability to move rapidly and accurately among multiple study protocols
• Familiarity with research regulatory and compliance procedures, including IRB requirements and protocol-deviation documentation

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Stephanie Vetter

[email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 10/01/26. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE $79,836 - $98,358

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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