Research Scientist- MR Physics and Systems Engineering

Hourly Pay Range:

Position Highlights:

• Position: Research Scientist- MR Physics and Systems Engineering
• Location: Evanston, IL
• Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, [hours and flexible work schedules]

A Brief Overview:
The Center for Basic MR Research at Endeavor Health is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist (which corresponds to the level of Assistant or Associated Professor depending on qualification) with expertise in magnetic resonance physics and systems engineering to support and lead efforts across multiple modalities including MR imaging, electrophysiology, and neural stimulation systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining, improving, and expanding the technical capabilities of the Center, while also contributing to grant development and funded research.

What you will do:

• Operate, maintain, and upgrade research-dedicated MRI systems (Bruker and/or clinical MR platforms).
• Design, build, and troubleshoot custom hardware and electronics for MRI, electrophysiology, and stimulation systems.
• Support research teams with protocol development and technical implementation of MR imaging and multimodal experiments. Collaborate with investigators on grant applications; contribute to technical sections and serve as co-investigator or PI as appropriate.
• Ensure quality assurance, compliance with safety standards, and documentation of all hardware/software systems.
• Train and support users in the application of MR and integrated recording technologies.

What you will need:

• Education: PhD or MD
• Experience: Experience with MR systems (preferably Bruker) and MRI pulse programming or RF systems.
• Skills: Strong electronics and instrumentation skills, including analog and digital circuit design and debugging. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment. Demonstrated experience in supporting NIH-funded research is highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

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